Web Software Engineer IV (Memphis, TN, or Remote in USA)
At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.
We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Web Software Engineer IV to oversee the design, development, and implementation of distributed, multi-tier software applications across our enterprise platform. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of multiple web application integration points, interdependencies, and standard data exchange and control protocols. You will take ownership of deliverables from conception through deployment, including setting up environments and documenting release notes, technical details, functionality, and configuration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of distributed, multi-tier software applications.
- Understand and manage multiple web application integration points, interdependencies, and standard data exchange and control protocols.
- Take ownership of deliverables from conception through deployment.
- Set up environments and document release notes, technical details, functionality, and configuration.
- Stay current with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the web development field.
- Work with J2EE (Java, JSP, JDBC, and frameworks), UI/UX technologies, JavaScript frameworks, Web Services (REST, SOAP), Containerization (Docker, OpenShift), and internet protocols.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and other technologies necessary for web development.
Requirements:
- Extensive experience with third-party databases, libraries, interfaces, and internet protocols.
- Strong understanding of Internet software engineering principles and techniques.
- Proficiency with web infrastructure including web servers, application servers, and containerization.
- In-depth knowledge of J2EE (Java, JSP, JDBC, and frameworks), UI/UX technologies, JavaScript frameworks, and Web Services (REST, SOAP).
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Knowledge of Internet hardware, software, and firewall setup.
- Understanding of multi-threaded programming, transaction isolation strategies, and deadlock avoidance.
- Familiarity with caching strategies and J2EE framework challenges.
- Experience with Content Management/Content Delivery, Social Media Integrations, and Digital Wallet/Online Payment Technologies.
- Ability to articulate both marketing and IT needs/issues to all groups.
- Good knowledge of Digital Marketing techniques.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with team members and business users.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or Mathematics.
- At least 10 years of technical, analytical, systems, and programming experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Senior developer experience with Java, Python, React, Tailwind, NextJS, Adobe Experience Manager, and Swift.
- AI development experience is a plus.
- Experience using Terraform on AWS.
- Experience developing experiences for virtual events in AR/VR (8th Wall, Meta, Apple).
- Experience in media development using technologies such as Unity and Blender.
- Experience developing web technologies that integrate with social media and streaming platforms.
- A Master’s degree and 2 years of lead experience preferred.
Benefits & PerksThe following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms:
ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.
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What We Do
ALSAC is the largest healthcare-related charity in the United States. Founded in 1957 by Danny Thomas, our sole mission is to raise the funds and awareness needed to operate and maintain St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®. While our headquarters can be found in Memphis, Tennessee, we have additional offices in more than 30 locations across the country and in Puerto Rico with positions in fundraising, marketing, digital, information technology, legal, finance and many other disciplines all supporting our lifesaving mission - Finding cures. Saving children. ®
At ALSAC, we believe in hiring the best and brightest from around the globe, and in 2020 we were named #1 on Fast Company's 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators. With a concerted focus on diversity and inclusion, we value and respect the contributions of all of our employees. Our work environment encourages everyone to be their authentic selves as we strive together towards a day when “no child dies in the dawn of life.”
As we look to the future, we understand that we must be relentlessly innovative. Our work helps fuel the groundbreaking research and treatment at St. Jude and ensures that families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.
View our career opportunities at https://www.stjude.org/jobs/alsac.html and follow ALSAC across social media using @stjude.
To learn more about the research hospital, follow St. Jude Children's Research Hospital on LinkedIn. For specific career opportunities available through the hospital, visit www.stjude.org/JoinOurMission.
