Full Stack Developer / Sr. Full Stack Developer

Full Stack Developer

Under direction of the Information Technology Director (IT Director), the Full Stack Developer designs, develops, deploys, integrates and maintains web applications, databases, cloud services, interfaces and custom software applications that support Santa Cruz METRO's mission and vision. The role is responsible for developing secure, scalable full-stack solutions, build automated workflows, data pipelines and collaborates with management, staff and vendors to identify and implement emerging technology solutions; performs other duties as assigned.

Duties can include : custom software and database design and development, software updates, responding to support tickets from staff and public, maintaining various export / import scripts, report development, systems integration, performance tuning, development of security and backup strategies, analysis and research, process improvements, technical writing, procedure documentation, and project management.

The Full Stack Developer is a journey-level classification responsible for independently performing full-stack development, application, database, cloud services, system integrations and interfaces support. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Designs, develops, integrates, deploys, and maintains full-stack applications using modern frameworks and tech-stacks.
• Integrates legacy, existing, and future enterprise systems, automates tasks, and data pipelines for information flow and data integration using various interfacing methodologies such as application programming interfaces (APIs), database tools, and custom software solutions.
• Develops responsive, accessible and flexible user interfaces.
• Deploys and maintains applications in cloud environments or on-premises using Docker, Kubernetes and other virtualization technologies.
• Stages, tests, and deploys vendor software updates and maintains user access to software applications.
• Verifies and improves data security, fault tolerance, and backup / recovery; develops and recommends security and back up strategies.
• Creates and maintains reports, dashboards and data exports / imports.
• Provides training and technical assistance to staff.
• Supports enterprise vendor applications and consults with vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Prepares technical documentation for procurement and knowledge base articles.
• Leads projects or portions of projects coordinating staff, consultants, and vendors.
• Conducts research and stays current on new trends and innovative solutions for technology programs; recommends new technologies to improve the operational technology effectiveness and services.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Assist with escalated ERP configuration and development.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS :

Ability to :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, or closely related field.

AND

Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience supporting a comprehensive information technology program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, manipulate, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is regularly required to bend and twist at the neck, reach with hands and arms. Occasional standing, walking, overhead reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds unaided is required. Specific visual abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work.

Work Environment :

The employee works in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet. May require availability to work a flexible schedule.

OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

This employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Health and Welfare Benefits for Management Staff

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, unless otherwise noted below.

Medical Insurance : For employee and qualified dependents. Choice between