Full Stack Web & Mobile Application Developer

Highlands College•Mountain Brook, AL

About The Position

The Full Stack Web & Mobile Application Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web and mobile applications across the 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.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
Integrate third-party services, APIs, and internal systems.
Ensure application performance, scalability, and security.
Participate in architecture decisions and technical design reviews.
Support deployment pipelines and application releases.
Monitor application health, troubleshoot issues, and resolve defects.
Maintain documentation for systems, APIs, and development standards.
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.
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.