Senior Application Developer

Virginia Commonwealth University; Odessa (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Texas is seeking a skilled technical lead to architect and develop web applications, mentor junior developers, and optimize application performance. This role requires collaboration with stakeholders and a commitment to innovation in technology. The ideal candidate will have expertise in JVM-based languages and front-end technologies.

Qualifications

• Expert-level troubleshooting of complex technical issues.
• Mentor junior developers in Java web application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and development of web applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies for improvement.

Skills

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Research

Performance Optimization

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

SQL

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and architect the technical design and development of the myVCU portal, Central Authentication Service, VCU Service Facade, and other web-based applications, both custom-built and vendor-supported.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues related to these applications, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Mentor and guide junior developers in best practices for Java web application development, code reviews, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the university to gather requirements, analyze user needs, and design user-centric solutions that enhance the overall user experience.
• Conduct in-depth research and evaluation of emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in web application development.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all custom-built applications and services, as well as design and implement robust security measures to protect sensitive user data.
• Optimize application performance through code refactoring, database tuning, and caching strategies, ensuring optimal user experience even under heavy load.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to address complex technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in the selection, implementation, and integration of third-party software solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
• Utilize JVM-based languages and cloud platforms. Utilize front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as SQL
• Work with version control systems and build tools.
• Exhibit a willingness to learn new languages or frameworks as needed when technology changes.
• May work remotely in the Eastern Time Zone.