Lead consolidation and modernization of two legacy giving marketplace applications into a single scalable stack. Design and build backend services with Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate JPA; develop responsive Angular front-end using NgRx and SCSS. Refactor legacy code, improve performance and scalability, implement features, ensure UI/UX feasibility, and perform code reviews.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Developer to lead the modernization and refactoring of our giving marketplace application. This role involves consolidating two existing applications onto a single, modern technology stack. The primary goal is to address performance and scalability issues by re-architecting and refactoring the codebase, focusing on both front-end and back-end development.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain a robust and scalable back end using Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate JPA.
- Refactor and consolidate existing legacy applications into a unified application.
- Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities for the giving marketplace.
- Develop a dynamic and responsive front-end using Angular, managing application state with NgRx, and styling with SCSS.
- Optimize the application for maximum speed and scalability.
- Collaborate with the team to define, design, and ship new features.
- Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
Required Qualifications
- Proven 7+ experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Java and the Spring Boot framework.
- Extensive experience with Hibernate JPA for database interactions.
- Solid understanding of front-end technologies, with hands-on experience in Angular.
- Experience with state management libraries like NgRx.
- Proficiency in SCSS for styling web applications.
- Direct experience with refactoring and modernizing monolithic or legacy applications.
- Experience in addressing performance and scalability issues.
- Strong understanding of data structures and database schema design.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 36,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 126,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Photon New York, New York, USA Office
New York, United States
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