Backend-Focused Software Developer 

Driven by user-centered design, our software developers pair a variety of open-source programming languages with disciplined industry standards to implement engaging and responsive experiences for our clients and their end-users. 

We strive to be on the frontlines, leveraging the latest trends in technology. We’ve embraced the best javascript can offer with NodeJS/GraphQL and React/TypeScript, and we really value the approach that folks with a deep OOP/MVC experience bring to the implementation of these technologies. 

Ultimately we are agnostic of the tech we use and more opinionated with the problems we solve; different tech is best for different problems, and we can only be as scalable and future-proof as the people that are architecting our databases, APIs, and microservices. If that sounds like you and you are excited about opportunities to dive into some cutting-edge tech, then you might just be perfect for this role. 

You may be perfect for this role if you... 

• Believe that the backend (DBs, APIs, architecture) is your happy place. 
• Enjoy further developing your frontend skills overtime to work toward a more full-stack position
• Have a passion for agile development practices, open source values, and clean code.
• Possess an interest in the “next big thing” with a background in the fundamentals of a more structured backend framework (Laravel, Symphony, .NET, Java Spring, Scala, etc). 
• Are well-adept with solving complex problems quickly, including the ability to change directions as new ideas and information emerge over time. 
• Enjoy continual learning and professional growth.
• Appreciate pair-programming and have an interest in working as part of a cross-functional team.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with people that have varying levels of experience with IT or web application development.

Our Backend-Focused Developers exhibit these competences...

• Proficient to expert in object-oriented programming like PHP, Java, etc.
• Proficient to expert in MySQL, MSSQL, or NoSQL
• Proficient to expert in vanilla Javascript 
• Proficient to expert in responsive web development. 
• Proficient to expert in CSS and HTML fundamentals
• Competent with asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX.
• Novice to Competent in FE build tools and CSS preprocessors (Gulp, Webpack, Grunt, SASS, LESS, etc…).
• Novice to Competent at working in advanced Javascript frameworks like React, Angular, NodeJS
• Novice to Competent- familiarity with popular CMS (Content Stack, Contentful, Wordpress)
• Nice to have - familiarity with JavaScript unit testing frameworks (Jasmine, Karma, etc.)
• Nice to have - familiarity with popular CMS (Drupal, Wordpress, etc…)
• Nice to have - familiarity with usability / accessibility standards
• Nice to have - at working with version control workflows (Git, SVN, etc…).

Responsibilities for a Software Developer include...

• Building custom, often innovative sites, applications, and services for web and mobile in accordance with established success criteria.
  
• Providing support for, and maintaining existing client applications and websites.
• Creating high quality, well designed, efficient and testable code in accordance with current industry standards and company best practice guidelines.
  
• The Upholding of the company established code testing, review, and QA procedures and best practices.
  
• Gathering specifications and product requirements with the support of a PM/Product Owner.
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive product documentation for client deliverables.
• Contributing to estimation, technology considerations, architecture and product planning exercises for client deliverables.
  
• Monitoring website performance with special focus on site usability - identify ways to resolve inefficiencies and optimize application for speed and scalability.
  
• Other tasks and responsibilities as requested.

We do have a few requirements...

• Direct experience building complex and highly interactive sites or applications.
• Direct experience building decoupled applications.
• Direct experience working with APIs.
• Available to work during normal business hours (9AM - 5:30PM Central) either in office or remotely
• Able to work within a team environment as well as independently.
• Able to establish and be held accountable for reasonable delivery expectations. 
• Able to manage time effectively, provide reasonable estimates, and identify opportunities to maximize efficiency.
  
• Able and willing to develop frontend skills
  
• Able and willing to invest in NodeJS, GraphQL, Apollo, React, and other technologies in our space as necessary for growth and client work. 

We’re on a mission to improve the digital world...

For over 20 years, we’ve been open-source specialists and firm believers in an iterative approach to software development (#AgileLife). We are a team of talented developers and business consultants who work in cross-functional teams with seasoned Product Managers, UX architects, and digital designers. We believe in the importance of our company culture and value the contributions and unique perspectives of each team member. 

We are inspired thinkers and dreamers committed to delivering value with every interaction and output. We combine thoughtful user experience, effective communication, engaging design, quality execution, and strong coffee… to create products that our clients and their end-users love. We’re on a mission to create digital experiences that tie brand experiences together, and we hope you’ll join us.