Full-Stack Developer

Why RTI

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

About The Hiring Group

RTI International, an independent nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition, is seeking a full-stack developer to join our team. Working with multi-disciplinary collaborators, you will provide technical expertise in the creation of intuitive web applications that support a range of public health research initiatives. You will be responsible for planning, building, and maintaining systems that support our clients to perform public health research and ground practice in evidence.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working both collaboratively and independently, favor iterative development approaches that lead to high-quality systems, possess a range of technical skills, and exhibit a willingness to learn (and advocate for) new technologies when appropriate.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with project teams to plan, design, and build web applications that support research initiatives
• Create wireframes or mockups of web applications and/or key features
• Build complex, flexible, cross-browser compatible front-end web applications utilizing standard HTML/CSS/Typescript practices
• Develop back-end services and databases to support scalable and secure web applications
• Commit to high standards of quality and participate in quality initiatives
• Research, recommend, learn, and apply new methodologies and/or technologies
  
  

What You'll Need

Education and Experience:

• Masters degree in Computer Science or related field; or
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field plus 1 year related experience; or
• Associates degree in Computer Science or related field plus 3 years related experience; or
• A combination of performance, education and prior directly related experience may be considered as equivalent to the above requirements provided that the individual possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements satisfactorily.
  
  

Required:

• Experience developing and maintaining interactive web applications
• Demonstrated experience with HTML5 and CSS3
• Demonstrated experience with TypeScript and JavaScript development (npm, jQuery, Bootstrap, or equivalent)
• Experience with .NET (C#) or Java
• Experience with responsive design and knowledge of UI/UX prototyping tools
• Knowledge of relational database design
• Demonstrated client-focused development experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to be flexible and learn new concepts and technologies
• Ability to work effectively in both team based and individual developer settings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience with SCSS/SASS
• Knowledge of RESTful/Micro Services
  
  

EEO & Pay Equity Statements

For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.

RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range

$77,000 - $95,000