Web Developer 2 - Hybrid or Remote

Stanford University
Stanford, United States of America
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 112K

Job location

Remote
Stanford, United States of America

Tech stack

JavaScript
API
Graphics Interchange Format
HTML5
User Authentication
CSS
Programming Tools
Web Development
ECMAScript
Github
Web Servers
Open Source Technology
TypeScript
Web Pages
React
Firebase
Backend
GIT
Vue.js
Angular
REST

Job description

The Learning Variability Network Exchange (LEVANTE) is an open-source, online assessment platform that is designed to provide a framework for measuring developmental variability across cultures (http://levante-network.org). Our current goal is to develop and maintain this platform to help researchers assess children in their research and practice. This technology has the potential to dramatically change the landscape of research into learning variability by allowing researchers to rapidly collect data at an unprecedented scale. We are looking for an experienced, full-stack web developer to join our team and help build out this platform to scale to meet the needs of research groups around the world studying thousands of children. Source code for the project can be found here:https://github.com/levante-framework

Core to our team's mission are:

  • International diversity: Develop technology that catalyzes research across many different countries and contexts.
  • Transparency and open-access: Create technology that meets a critical need for research sites in diverse communities and can be used under an open-access, not-for-profit model.
  • This is a 100% FTE, 1-year fixed-term exempt position with the possibility of renewal. This position can be either remote or based on the Stanford campus.

Duties include:

  • Design and implement the LEVANTE dashboard for researchers to manage web experiments for children.
  • Design, implement, and deploy web experiments on the LEVANTE platform from initial design and architecture through development, test, and deployment.
  • Work with experimental psychologists to refine both core functionality and look and feel of the researcher dashboard to maximize its utility for researchers.
  • Contribute to internationalization of web experiments on the LEVANTE platform.

Core Duties:

  • Design, implement, and deploy web-based applications and websites from initial design and architecture through development, test, and deployment.
  • Implement and maintain content management systems, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and creation of Stanford-specific modules.
  • Evaluate third-party modules for functionality, accessibility, security, and maintainability.
  • Perform selected website administration duties for existing clients. Ensure web server and site technical performance.
  • Create web pages and tools for Stanford websites using core technologies. Create and/or modify clean, well-structured, search engine optimization-friendly documented code.
  • Provide technical expertise in front- and back-end web development. Support web infrastructure by providing end-user support, applications maintenance, product evaluation, back-end development, and internal management tools.
  • Interpret website design and layout visually in a creative, contemporary style and fully integrated manner. Ensure high quality and consistent look and feel across multiple devices and browsers.
  • Optimize the display of original online content, and collaborate with content manager to produce animated gifs, static buttons, and email and landing pages.
  • Work with site architects to develop and document functional specifications based on requirements gathered from stakeholders. Support the implementation of life-cycle.
  • Help develop and deploy upgrade/migration plans for existing content management system as needed., * Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
  • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
  • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu., The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong skills with Javascript (ES5, ES6), HTML5 and CSS3.
  • Familiarity with Vue.js (preferred), React, Angular, or a similar modern web development framework.
  • Familiarity with Firebase services including Firestore, Authentication, and Hosting.
  • Knowledge of modern development tools, like Git.
  • Experience in consuming and designing RESTful APIs., * Familiarity with experimental psychology or other behavioral research disciplines.
  • At least 1+ years of experience in Vue.js with knowledge of components and the composition API.
  • Ability to write efficient, secure, clean, and scalable JavaScript/TypeScript code.
  • Please provide a link to a publicly accessible pull request on GitHub in which you contribute significantly to a web development project., * Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
  • Frequently sitting.
  • Occasionally stand/walk, use a telephone.
  • Rarely writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
  • Strong visual acuity.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits & conditions

This hybrid/ remote role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University hasfive Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate. The expected pay range for this position is $84,645.00 to $111,554.00 per annum., * Freedom to grow . We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

  • A caring culture . We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
  • A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
  • Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
  • Enviable resources . Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

About the company

This position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities & Sciences Dean's Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze., TheSchool of Humanities and Sciences (H&S)is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 23 departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university's largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day. Among the first departments established at Stanford University, the Department of Psychology has a long-standing tradition of ground-breaking theoretical research that also has powerful impact in the real world. The department is ranked as one of the top psychology programs in the nation and has been a leading psychology department among American universities for decades. This extraordinary achievement was honored by the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. in 2003., Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with

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