Full-Stack Developer | Front-End Focus

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Full-Stack Developer | Front-End Focus

Remote, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    At Smart City, we're all about helping people find a space where they can be themselves. Naturally, this applies to us finding the perfect apartments for our clients. But it also describes our philosophy and approach in the workplace. From company leaders to customer specialists, our business is driven by real people — humans who each bring something unique and awesome to the table. The Technology Team develops, coordinates, and integrates technologies used around the company, including custom developed websites and software that help the business run efficiently.

    Position Summary : The Full-Stack Developer's primary focus will be the development and ongoing support of a highly accessible, ADA/WCAG-compliant marketing website. This website serves as a key customer touchpoint and must meet both functional and accessibility standards to ensure an inclusive user experience. After the immediate need for this marketing site is met, the developer will have the opportunity to transition into supporting and developing a multitude of other tools, platforms, and software solutions to improve business workflows and efficiency, aligning with longer-term goals and team needs.

    Essential Functions:

    • Develop and maintain a WCAG/ADA-compliant Wordpress website, ensuring accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities.
    • Work closely with the Marketing Team to implement new features and user-friendly designs that align with accessibility standards.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to accessibility and usability, ensuring iterative improvement and compliance with relevant regulations.
    • Develop public user-facing components using React, Vue, or similar JavaScript frameworks, ensuring accessibility and simplicity is prioritized.
    • Implement performance optimizations to ensure fast loading times and an optimal user experience.
    • Build and maintain scalable back-end systems using PHP frameworks (Symfony, Laravel) and relational databases (MySQL, MariaDB).
    • Continuously monitor and evaluate website performance and accessibility.
    • Transition into the development of internal software solutions as workload allows, contributing to tools and applications that support business operations.
    • Maintain and enhance internal systems with a focus on performance, security, and long-term scalability.
    • Ensure clear communication regarding project progress, challenges, and successes.
    • Participate in team-focused Agile Scrum meetings to manage workloads and prioritize tasks.
    • Stay updated on the latest industry trends, accessibility best practices, and emerging technologies.

    Required Education and Experience:

    • High School Diploma or equivalent required
    • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred
    • 5+ years of demonstrated full-stack experience.
    • 3+ years with relational databases, preferably in MySQL
    • Detailed understanding of RESTful API Design
    • Preferred experience working with Wordpress
    • Experience with GCP-hosted web applications
    • Experience working in an Agile Delivery model
    • Experience working in a Continuous Deployment model
    • Experience using Version Control such as Git

    Technologies:

    • Runtimes/Languages: PHP, JS, Sass, NodeJS, TypeScript
    • Frameworks: Laravel
    • Dependency Managers: Composer, NPM
    • Database: MySQL
    • Libraries: Vue, Carbon, Moment, Express, WebSockets, Axios
    • Utilities: Gulp
    • Third Party Services: SendGrid/Twilio, Delighted
    • Version Control: Bitbucket
    • Infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform
    • You don't have to know it all – you just need to have the drive to learn whatever comes your way.

    Physical Requirements :

    • Remote role with the option to work in a Smart City market office (D/FW, Austin, Houston, Denver, or Chicago)
    • Assures that safety regulations are followed at all times.
    • Adherence to compliance measures implemented by governing bodies such as but not limited to OSHA & the CDC. Follows policies and procedures including infection control, universal precautions, and exposure control plans when performing daily tasks.
    • Reports hazardous conditions, accidents, and incidents to the immediate supervisor.
    • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
    • Requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching.

    Travel :

    • Up to 10% of the time.
    • Minimal travel may be required for business functions, team training, and culture events.

    Compensation & Benefits:

    • Smart City truly believes that in order to attract and retain top talent, Total Compensation must be competitive.
    • The compensation range for this role is $105,000-$120,000.
    • Eligibility for Bonus(es), dependent on role/department.
    • Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan subject to plan terms.
    • Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as company paid and voluntary life insurance, short & long term disability, and parental leave subject to applicable waiting periods.
    • Flexible PTO
    • Company-Recognized Paid Holidays
    • Company Issued Computer