The Role
Hands-on Full Stack Developer building and enhancing React/Next.js TypeScript UIs and Node.js backend endpoints. Owns part-time SQA tasks: writing/executing test cases, validating APIs, basic SQL checks, supporting automation, and triaging defects. Collaborates with Product, UX, QA, and DevOps in Agile ceremonies to improve quality and delivery.
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About the Role
We’re looking for a Full Stack Developer to help build and support a regulatory compliance platform that manages product, part, and supplier chemical data across Internal and Supplier Portals. This role is hands-on development first, with part-time SQA ownership (test execution + automation support) to strengthen quality and reduce production issues.
Role expectations
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
Full Stack Development (Primary)
- Build and enhance UI features using React + Next.js and TypeScript.
- Implement and maintain backend endpoints using Node.js (REST APIs, validations, business rules).
- Fix bugs, improve performance, and refactor code with guidance from senior engineers.
- Participate in code reviews and follow secure coding practices.
Quality Engineering / SQA (Secondary)
- Write and execute test cases for new features and regression testing.
- Validate APIs using tools like Postman/Insomnia and verify data using basic SQL queries.
- Help create and maintain automated tests (unit/integration and basic UI automation where applicable).
- Support defect triage: reproduce issues, document steps, and verify fixes.
- Improve test documentation and help keep release quality consistent.
Collaboration
- Work closely with Product/BA, UX, QA, and DevOps to clarify requirements and validate delivery.
- Contribute to Agile ceremonies (standup, grooming, sprint planning, demos).
What we're looking for
Must-Have Skills
- 3-5 years experience in web development and/or QA automation (combined is fine).
- React (bonus: Next.js) and TypeScript/JavaScript fundamentals.
- Basic backend experience with Node.js (or strong willingness to learn).
- Understanding of REST APIs and HTTP basics.
- Testing mindset: ability to write test cases, reproduce defects, and think in edge cases.
- Familiarity with Git and Agile tools (Jira/Confluence).
Nice-to-Have / Preferred
- Experience with any Node framework: Express / NestJS / Fastify.
- Unit testing exposure: Jest (frontend and/or backend).
- Basic SQL and database concepts (queries, joins at a basic level).
- UI automation exposure (e.g., Playwright/Cypress/Selenium).
- Cloud/devops exposure: Docker, AWS basics.
- Experience working in a regulated environment (healthcare/compliance) is a plus.
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years experience in web development and/or QA automation
- React
- TypeScript/JavaScript
- Next.js
- Node.js backend experience or strong willingness to learn
- Understanding of REST APIs and HTTP basics
- Testing mindset: write test cases, reproduce defects, think in edge cases
- Familiarity with Git
- Familiarity with Agile tools (Jira/Confluence)
- API validation using Postman/Insomnia
- Basic SQL and database concepts
- Unit testing exposure (Jest)
- UI automation exposure (Playwright/Cypress/Selenium)
- Cloud/DevOps exposure (Docker, AWS basics)
- Experience in regulated environments (healthcare/compliance)
Align Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Align Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by Align Technology.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life, and both short‑ and long‑term disability, along with AD&D and wellness resources. Select locations add region‑specific programs such as medical coverage and Multisport, reinforcing breadth.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A corporate bonus plan outlines performance‑based rewards and eligibility, and compensation is described as competitive in commercial roles. Incentive structures in sales are portrayed as offering strong on‑target earnings potential.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) plan with company contribution mechanisms, profit sharing, and a defined contribution pension plan. These elements emphasize long‑term financial security alongside salary and bonus.
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The Company
What We Do
Twenty years ago, we pioneered the world's first clear aligners. Since then, we have continuously innovated with new products and technologies that are revolutionizing treatments for doctors and their patients. Invisalign clear aligners and the iTero Intraoral scanner help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, advanced dental options to their patients. Helping change millions of lives, one smile at a time. Discover your straight path to a bright future at Align. As a part of our smart, diverse and fast-moving global team, you'll make an impact for the market leader that's moving an industry forward. Want to find out what’s next for us—and for you?
