Position Overview :
Reporting to the Director, IT Infrastructure & Business Applications, the Full Stack Developer works closely with the Associate Director of Enterprise Applications to support, maintain and enhance the functionality of the enterprise applications, databases and other custom tools. The Full Stack Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications, working across the full technology stack, that meet the Museum’s needs.
Essential Functions :
- Work closely with Associate Director of Enterprise Applications to understand the organization’s needs and requirements, and assist with the recommendations and development of technical strategies, in order to enhance the functionality and usefulness of our application systems.
- Collaborate with Manager of Conservation Administration and teams from Exhibition Planning, Conservation, Rights and Licensing and the Registrar’s Office to design, test and implement new and modified applications.
- Act as the primary support person for our Collections Database, The Museum System (TMS).
- Design, develop, and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, C# and T-SQL for both front-end and back-end components.
- Assist in managing SQL Server databases, including data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Implement responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces with ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
- Develop APIs and integrate with third-party services as needed.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable codes while following coding standards and best practices.
- Create technical documentation and user guides.
- Conduct code reviews as needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues and bugs in a timely manner.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure our applications remain cutting-edge.
Requirements and Characteristics :
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or equivalent3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in database and application software development and support with expertise in ASP.NET, C# and SQL Server.Strong understanding of object-oriented design, application development concept and relational databasesExperience working with RDBMS like SQL Server, writing views, procedures and functionsExperience with MS Visual StudioExperience with API development and integrationKnowledge of web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks, procedures and functionsFamiliarity with Windows Server operating systemsKnowledge of Crystal Reports and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) preferred.Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative style to work directly with users, understand their needs / requirements, and deliver high-quality solutionsKnowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and code reviewProblem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.Excellent time management and organization skills to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyA strong commitment to delivering high-quality and robust solutionsAbility and willingness to learn appropriate programming languages to adapt to systems already in place and provide support for future projectsMust exercise discretion and judgment in all aspects of handling confidential and sensitive informationFamiliarity with TMS, e-Museum or other collections management systemFamiliarity with image formats and processing techniquesExperience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or Azure)Experience with IIS administration. -Experience with Git and GitHubCertification in relevant technologiesSupportive of the Museum’s efforts and support of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)Affinity for or interest in working in a museum or cultural environment desirableThe Museum reserves the right to change job descriptions. While this job description is intended to include essential duties, it is conceivable that job duties may change before the job description is officially revised .
Salary and Schedule
Full-Time Salary, $75,000 - $85,000
This position is affiliated with the United Auto Worker's Union
The MFA is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve is diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, the MFA does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment or promotion on the basis of race, religion, color, sex / gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap or disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.