Mesonet Full Stack Developer (Web Developer)

The Louisiana State Mesonet within the School of Sciences at the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) is seeking applications for a Full Stack Developer to maintain and continue development of the mesonet web presence and database. This includes maintaining the SQL database that stores mesonet data adding new station data as they are installed and developing new web products and applications using the mesonet station data to support project objectives and partner/stakeholder requests. This position is supervised by the Mesonet Manager. This is a full-time 12-month position currently funded for 1-year at a competitive salary with a full benefits package. Employment extension beyond the first year is possible based on funding availability and a favorable formal review.

Build and maintain features across the frontend and backend

Collaborate with the mesonet team partners and other stakeholders to turn ideas into a polished user interface new mesonet web products and/or applications

Responsible for designing developing and deploying user interfaces server-side logic managing databases configuring APIs and ensuring overall application responsiveness

Responding to issues on a timely basis to ensure an uninterrupted flow of mesonet data to partners and stakeholders

Any other duties as needed at the request of the Mesonet Manager and/or Mesonet Executive Director

Bachelors degree in computer science information technology or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and past work experience.

Front-end proficiency in HTML CSS and JavaScript and experience with at least one modern front-end framework (e.g. React Angular or Vue)

Back-end proficiency in Python NodeJS PHP Rust Java and/or C

Database management experience with SQL

Proficiency with version control (Git and GitHub) and ability to build APIs

Strong problem-solving skills ability to work in a collaborative environment and a desire to learn new technologies are a must

Ability to work a flexible schedule

To apply please submit a cover letter CV/resume and a completed ULM application for employment.

Contact Dr. Todd Murphy () for more details or to express interest.