Senior Software Developer - University of Michigan

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web‑based applications that support curriculum innovation and student success initiatives.
• Collaborate with product owners, researchers, and UX designers to translate educational requirements into technical solutions.
• Implement robust back‑end services using Java and Python, and front‑end components with modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Optimize data storage and retrieval using relational databases and write efficient SQL queries.
• Deploy, monitor, and scale applications on AWS cloud services, ensuring high availability and security.
• Mentor junior developers and promote best practices in code quality, testing, and agile development.

• Bachelor’s or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java and Python for server‑side development.
• Strong front‑end skills with JavaScript and experience in modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
• Hands‑on experience with SQL databases and cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross‑functional teams, communicate technical concepts clearly, and deliver high‑quality code in an agile environment.