Full Stack Developer - Remote

As a Full Stack Developer at Shields Health Solutions, your main responsibilities include delivering complete software solutions across the web interface layer, services layer, and database layer. You will be expected to write robust code primarily in Java, create and maintain automated unit and integration tests, develop SQL queries for data management, and collaborate with UI/UX designers and other team members in an Agile environment. Your role is integral to enhancing existing software and building new features that improve patient care.

To apply for the Full Stack Developer role at Shields Health Solutions, candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. They should have at least 2 years of experience in developing commercial-grade software in Java, over 1 year of experience with complex SQL queries, and proficiency in web front-end development using JavaScript frameworks like ReactJS. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of RESTful services, database design, and experience with healthcare-related software development.

Yes, the Full Stack Developer position at Shields Health Solutions is remote! This flexibility allows you to work from anywhere while collaborating with a talented team dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes with innovative technology. Embracing a remote work culture fits well with our values of inclusion and diverse collaboration.

At Shields Health Solutions, we follow Agile methodologies with weekly sprints, promoting practices like pair programming and test-driven development (TDD). This means that as a Full Stack Developer, you'll engage in collaborative coding sessions, develop automated tests early in the development process, and ensure that high-quality software is delivered consistently.

Full Stack Developers at Shields Health Solutions should be well-versed in Java for back-end development and have experience with front-end technologies such as ReactJS, HTML, and CSS. Familiarity with relational databases and SQL queries is necessary, while knowledge of frameworks and tools, such as Spring, Jenkins for CI/CD, and cloud-native platforms like AWS, enhances your fit for the role.

When answering this question, you should highlight specific projects where you utilized Java in both front-end and back-end development. Discuss your understanding of Java frameworks, libraries, and how you've implemented them in creating seamless applications, showcasing your experience in delivering robust software solutions.

Describe your methodology for designing and implementing RESTful services. Talk about understanding REST principles, designing APIs, handling HTTP requests, and ensuring security and scalability. Provide examples of how you have built or consumed services in previous projects.

Share insights into your experience with test-driven development (TDD). Highlight specific examples of automated tests you created, how you integrated testing into your development workflow, and the importance of maintaining high-quality code through automated tests.

Discuss your strategies for optimizing SQL queries and enhancing database performance. Provide examples of complex queries you’ve developed, instances where you improved performance, and how you ensure reliability and scalability in your database design.

Reference specific Agile projects you’ve participated in, outlining your role within the team, your experience with sprints, and how Agile methodologies improved collaboration and project outcomes. Share how you embraced Agile values to meet project goals effectively.

Talk about your collaborative approach during pair programming. Highlight your commitment to constructive feedback, open dialogue, and conflict resolution that fosters teamwork and maintains focus on project goals.

Discuss your awareness of user-centered design principles and how you collaborate with UI/UX designers. Share examples of how you translated UI designs into effective, user-friendly interfaces while considering usability and accessibility.

Emphasize your commitment to user feedback and iterative design. Talk about how usability testing, gathering user insights, and implementing improvements based on real user data have played major roles in your development processes.

Share your experience with cloud-native platforms such as AWS. Describe specific projects where you deployed applications, handled cloud storage, and used services to enhance the scalability and performance of your applications.

Provide an example of a technical challenge you faced during a project. Explain the context, the steps you took to troubleshoot the issue, the solution you implemented, and what you learned from the experience.