Full Stack Developer at PathIvy

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Flexible work arrangement

Opportunity to impact students' educational journeys

Job summary

A college admissions technology firm is looking for a talented Full Stack Developer for a co-op position. You will build and maintain React-based frontend systems and develop backend APIs using Node.js, directly contributing to student success. This role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and the potential for full-time opportunities based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field, recently completed or expected by 2025.
• Experience with React and modern frontend development.
• Experience with Node.js and RESTful API design.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain React-based frontend components.
• Develop backend APIs using Node.js.
• Collaborate with AI integration team.

Skills

React

Node.js

Git version control

SQL or NoSQL databases

AI/LLM APIs

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vercel deployment platform

Claude Code

Cline

Job description

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PathIvy - Building the Future of College Admissions Technology

About PathIvy

PathIvy is a results-driven college admissions counseling organization based in the Seattle area, dedicated to empowering students on their path to academic success. Our mission is to foster personal growth, discipline, and intellectual curiosity while helping students maximize their academic potential and gain admission to their top-choice universities. We are committed to cultivating a passion for learning and setting high academic standards, ensuring that every student has the tools and guidance needed to achieve their full potential.

Position Overview

We're seeking a talented and motivated Full Stack Developer to join our engineering team. This is a longer-term co-op position (4-6 months) where you'll work on production features for our PathIvy platform, contributing to both frontend and backend systems that directly impact thousands of students' college journeys.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain React-based frontend components for student dashboards, profile management, and activity tracking systems
• Develop backend APIs using Node.js to support features like task management, AI-powered recommendations, and real-time notifications
• Collaborate with our AI integration team to implement features using OpenAI/Claude APIs
• Use agentic coding tools (Claude Code, Cline) to accelerate development and improve code quality
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation

Technical Requirements

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field, recently completed or expected by 2025.
• Experience with React and modern frontend development
• Experience with Node.js and RESTful API design
• Familiarity with Git version control
• Experience with agentic coding tools (Claude Code, Cline)
• Experience with SQL or NoSQL and databases

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Vercel deployment platform
• Exposure to AI/LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic)
• Previous internship or project experience with full-stack applications
• Familiarity with real-time communication systems (WebSockets, chat applications)
• Experience with calendar integrations (Google Calendar, Outlook)

What Makes You Stand Out

• Passion for EdTech and helping students achieve their educational goals
• Self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively with the team
• Interest in AI-assisted development and modern development practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup environment

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience building production features used by real students
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Exposure to modern AI development practices and tools
• Flexible work arrangement (remote or on-site)
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys
• Potential for full-time conversion based on performance

Duration & Location

• 4-6 month co-op program with flexible start date
• Remote or on-site options available
• Seattle location preferred but not required
• Full-time commitment (40 hours/week)

PathIvy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.