Junior Full Stack Developer

@ Delta Dental of New Jersey

Job Summary

The Junior Full Stack Developer plays a vital role in supporting the maintenance and enhancement of existing web applications while contributing to the development of new, innovative solutions at Delta Dental of New Jersey. The role involves working in a dynamic team to advance cloud migration and self-service analytics initiatives crucial to the company’s strategic objectives.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining and improving current web applications using modern technologies.
• Collaborate on design, development, and deployment of new features and applications.
• Implement front-end and back-end solutions using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, Python, Java, .NET, and related technologies.
• Ensure performance, reliability, and a consistent user experience across applications.
• Support cloud migration projects and develop cloud-based applications on AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.
• Work with analytics professionals to enhance self-service analytics tools and dashboards.
• Participate in business intelligence and data visualization initiatives.
• Engage in code reviews, team planning, and technical discussions.
• Utilize AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot to accelerate application development.
• Develop micro applications using GCP serverless technologies and build AI-powered data pipelines.

Essential Qualifications

DDNJ Competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Communication, Customer Focus, Confidentiality, Ethics, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Composure, and Dependability.

Technical and Functional: Basic understanding of cloud platforms, familiarity with version control (Git), keen interest in data science/analytics, problem-solving skills, communication and teamwork skills, experience with AI coding assistants, familiarity with GCP AI/ML services, and knowledge of the GCP data stack.

Physical Abilities & Working Environment

• Ability to perform extended keyboard and PC work.
• Ability to walk, talk, hear and occasionally stand.
• Must meet deadlines and attendance standards in a moderate noise environment.
• Signing a confidentiality agreement is required.

Experience, Education and Certifications

• 1-3 years in front-end and back-end technologies with web development experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).

Key skills/competency

• Full Stack Development
• Cloud Platforms
• AI-Assisted Tools
• Web Technologies
• JavaScript/TypeScript
• Python
• GCP
• Data Analytics
• Version Control
• Team Collaboration