Full Stack Web & Mobile Application Developer

Highlands College; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlands College seeks a Full Stack Web & Mobile Application Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable apps across our tech stack. You’ll work on front-end and back-end, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and deliver secure, user‑focused solutions that support organizational goals.

You will design interfaces, build APIs, ensure performance and security, and participate in architecture reviews while advancing a ministry-driven technology platform.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with front-end HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Experience building responsive, accessible UI with modern frameworks.
• Strong server-side experience and API design (REST/GraphQL).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases and Git workflows.
• Mobile app development for iOS/Android and cross‑platform tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack web applications.
• Build responsive, accessible UIs using modern front-end frameworks.
• Develop robust server-side logic, APIs, and integrations.
• Implement and optimize database schemas, queries, and data models.
• Integrate third-party services and internal systems; ensure performance and security.
• Participate in architecture decisions and code reviews.
• Support deployment pipelines, monitor health, and resolve defects.
• Collaborate with designers, product owners, analysts, and stakeholders.

Skills

HTML/CSS/JS

React/Vue/Angular

Node.js/Python/Java/C#

REST/GraphQL APIs

SQL/NoSQL databases

Git

Mobile iOS/Android

React Native/Flutter

OAuth/Security

CI/CD

Tools

WordPress

Next.js

Shopify

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Full Stack Web & Mobile Application Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web and mobile applications across our Christian faith-based organization's entire technology stack. This role works on both front-end and back-end systems, collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, and delivers secure, reliable, and user-focused solutions that support organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Application Development

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack web applications.


• Build responsive, accessible user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks.


• Develop robust server-side logic, APIs, and integrations.


• Implement and optimize database schemas, queries, and data models.

System Integration & Architecture

• Integrate third-party services, APIs, and internal systems.


• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security.


• Participate in architecture decisions and technical design reviews.

DevOps & Deployment

• Support deployment pipelines and application releases.


• Monitor application health, troubleshoot issues, and resolve defects.


• Maintain documentation for systems, APIs, and development standards.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with designers, product owners, analysts, and stakeholders.


• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team standards and best practices.


• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements.

Required Qualifications:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).


• Experience with at least one modern front-end framework (React, Vue, or Angular).


• Strong back-end development experience (Node.js, Python, PHP, Java, or C#).


• Experience building RESTful or GraphQL APIs.


• Working knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases.


• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).


• Familiar and comfortable with CLI commands iOS & Android Mobile App Development.


• Experience developing native or cross-platform mobile applications for iOS and/or Android.


• Proficiency with Swift and/or Objective-C for iOS development, or Kotlin and/or Java for Android development.


• Experience with cross-platform frameworks such as React Native or Flutter.


• Familiarity with Apple App Store and Google Play Store submission processes and guidelines.


• Understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and platform-specific design patterns (Human Interface Guidelines, Material Design).


• Experience integrating mobile apps with RESTful or GraphQL APIs and thirdparty SDKs.


• Knowledge of mobile app performance optimization, memory management, and battery efficiency.


• Familiarity with mobile authentication methods including OAuth, biometric, and push notification services (APNs, FCM).


• Experience with mobile testing frameworks and tools (XCTest, Espresso, or Detox).


• Understanding of mobile app security best practices and data privacy standards.

Professional Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.


• Clear written and verbal communication skills.


• Collaborative mindset with a high degree of ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).


• Experienced with Student Information Systems and Customer Relationship Management Platforms.


• Familiarity with containerization and CI/CD pipelines.


• Experience with authentication, authorization, and security best practices.


• Exposure to data reporting, analytics, or enterprise systems.


• Experience working in agile or hybrid project environments.


• Experience with WordPress, Next.js, and Shopify Strong understanding and sense of UI/UX design.

Other Duties:

• Participate in ministry at Church of the Highlands and Highlands College by leading small groups.


• Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.

Extent of Public Contact:

• Medium

Direct Reports:

This position is not a team lead for any Highlands College teammates.