Full Stack Software Developer at Penn State University in Remote

Summary: Penn State University is a leading R1 research institution, and they are seeking a Full Stack Software Developer to join their development team at the University Libraries. In this role, you will collaborate with innovative developers to build and maintain sustainable discovery and repository services that enable researchers to discover, manage, share, and preserve scholarship and data. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with teammates to design, develop, and deploy sustainable software solutions - Contribute to full-stack development using clean, maintainable, and well-tested code - Work across the full project lifecycle, balancing technical requirements and stakeholder needs - Share knowledge and contribute positively to a collaborative development culture - Engage with open-source communities such as the Rails and Blacklight ecosystems - Grow professionally through training, code sprints, and conference participation Required Qualifications: - Experience building web applications using Ruby on Rails or a similar web framework - Experience with distributed version control systems such as Git - Experience working in Unix/Linux environments and command-line interfaces - Familiarity with web accessibility standards and guidelines - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team and open-source communities - Interest in learning new technologies and expanding technical skills Preferred Qualifications: - Degree in related field such as computer science, information systems, etc - Experience with CI/CD pipelines - Exposure to frontend frameworks such as React, Bootstrap, or Hotwire - Experience with development and deployments in containerized environments - Experience with package management tools and asset bundlers (e.g., Webpack) - Solid understanding of MVC design patterns - Experience with digital repository platforms, including Blacklight - Experience with agile development practices - Familiarity with library systems and metadata formats - Experience with search and indexing platforms such as Solr or Elasticsearch Required Skills: Ruby on Rails, Web frameworks, Git, Unix/Linux environments, Command-line interfaces, Web accessibility standards, CI/CD pipelines, React, Bootstrap, Hotwire, Containerized environments, Package management tools, Asset bundlers, MVC design patterns, Digital repository platforms, Blacklight, Agile development practices, Library systems, Metadata formats, Search platforms, Solr, Elasticsearch, Analytical skills Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, Robust retirement plans, Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time, Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children