The Application Developer is a member of the Computing team at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) and works as part of a team that designs, develops, and maintains web-based applications that support the teaching, research, and administrative mission of SEAS.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

The primary focus of the Application Developer is writing, debugging, and reviewing code in collaboration with the other members of the development team. Additional responsibilities include attending meetings with users to determine needs and requirements, researching solutions to meet those requirements, and assisting with the deployment and maintenance of applications. Each developer on the team is also responsible for documenting and testing their work so that our applications can be effectively supported for the future. In some cases, individual developers will also be responsible for conducting training with end users to ensure familiarity with the systems.

• Minimum of two years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience

• Experience building full-stack web applications for a variety of audiences.
• Strong HTML and CSS knowledge.
• At least one year’s experience writing advanced JavaScript/Typescript.
• At least one year’s experience working with front-end application frameworks, such as Angular, React or Vue.
• At least one years’ experience with server-side technologies, such as NestJS, Express, Django/Flask, or Ruby on Rails.
• Experience working with distributed version control systems, e.g. git,
• Experience working with relational or object databases, such as PostgreSQL or MongoDB.
• Experience working with Unix/Linux command-line interfaces.
• Experience analyzing, troubleshooting and debugging software applications.
• A commitment to following web standards and best practices.
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 AA standards for web accessibility.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for information security and data privacy.
• Experience working within Agile projects.
• Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver high-quality and accurate work in a fast-paced environment.
• An interest in continuous learning and willingness to research and learn new technologies.
• An interest in teaching others new things in the spirit of collaboration.
• Ability to adapt to the rapidly changing technologies inherent in web development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer service skills and service mindset.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.

Must be able to work Monday through Friday.

• The Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences does not provide visa sponsorship for administrative and staff positions.
• Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.
• This position will be based in Allston, MA. The department is currently operating with a hybrid workplace model. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process.
• This position currently allows the flexibility to be based on campus, fully remote, partially remote, or hybrid, and may adjust this flexibility as necessary or appropriate.
• The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.