Associate Full Stack Developer

Location: Villanova

Posting Number: S

Position Title:

Associate Full Stack Developer Position Type:
Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA Recruitment Type:
Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week Department: 723-UTS-Web Services and Technologies

Position Summary:

Why work at Villanova?

* Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.

* Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.

Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more

The Associate Full Stack Developer supports the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of web applications, digital experience platforms, and related web services that support Villanova University's digital ecosystem.

This role contributes across the software development lifecycle while building foundational capability in front-end and back-end development, integrations, cloud-based delivery, deployments, troubleshooting, release support, and platform operations. Under guidance, the Associate Full Stack Developer assists with implementing and supporting scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions aligned with University standards.

Work may include support for Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), including AEM as a Cloud Service and AEM Edge Delivery Services; the University website; the University mobile app built on Modo Labs; the University Web Portal built on One Campus; APIs; analytics and tagging tools; and other related digital services.

This position contributes to the reliable operation and continuous improvement of the University's web and mobile services environment while developing technical depth and practical experience.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development & Application Support

* Develop, test, debug, and enhance web application features, components, templates, and related functionality across front-end and back-end technologies.

* Maintain and update existing applications and digital platform functionality within established architectures, standards, and development patterns.

* Support assigned development tasks from requirements through implementation while building proficiency in coding standards, testing practices, and reusable approaches.

Feature Integration & Technical Implementation

* Implement and support defined integrations, API connections, and data exchanges under established patterns and guidance from senior team members.

* Assist with validating, troubleshooting, and refining application behavior related to connected systems and platform features.

* Contribute to technical implementation tasks that support consistent functionality across applications, services, and digital platforms.

Application Maintenance & Issue Resolution

* Support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancement of applications and digital platform functionality in development, testing, and production environments.

* Investigate and resolve assigned defects, configuration issues, and user-reported problems with guidance from senior team members when needed.

* Apply established security, accessibility, performance, and quality practices while helping maintain stable and effective digital services.

Team Collaboration & Delivery Support

* Work with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to support requirements clarification, implementation tasks, testing, and delivery of application enhancements.

* Collaborate across teams supporting web, mobile, and portal services to complete assigned work effectively and build technical depth through practical experience.

Quality, Standards & Continuous Improvement

* Contribute to testing, documentation, validation, and knowledge sharing activities that support reliable delivery and maintainable applications.

* Follow established development standards, reusable approaches, and team practices while continuing to build proficiency with development tools, automation, and AI-assisted workflows.

* Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education

* Bachelor's degree or relevant industry certifications (such as AEM and Java) plus relevant years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Work Experience

* 0-2 years of relavant work experience. Internships, academic projects, personal projects,…