Full Stack Developer
Job Title: Full Stack Developer
Department: Engineering / Product Development
Reports To: Lead Developer, Engineering Manager, or CTO
Overview:
A Full Stack Developer is a versatile engineer proficient in both front-end and back-end technologies, capable of building complete web applications from the database to the user interface. They understand the entire development lifecycle and can work on all layers of an application stack, acting as a bridge between client-side and server-side logic.
Key Responsibilities:
- Front-End Development: Build responsive, interactive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
- Back-End Development: Develop server-side logic, APIs, and application architecture using languages like Python (Django/Flask), JavaScript (Node.js), Java (Spring), Ruby (Rails), or PHP (Laravel).
- Database Management: Design, implement, and query databases (both SQL like PostgreSQL/MySQL and NoSQL like MongoDB).
- API Development & Integration: Create robust RESTful or GraphQL APIs and integrate with third-party services (payment gateways, cloud services, etc.).
- Version Control: Utilize Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab for source code management and collaboration.
- Deployment & DevOps: Deploy applications to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and have a basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and server management.
- Testing & Debugging: Write unit and integration tests for both front-end and back-end code to ensure reliability and performance.
- Collaboration: Work closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, and other developers to translate requirements into functional features.
- Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the entire stack, from UI bugs to server downtime.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in both a front-end framework (React, Angular, Vue) and a back-end language (Node.js, Python, Java, etc.).
- Strong understanding of web fundamentals (HTTP, REST, browsers, DOM).
- Experience with database design and management.
- Familiarity with cloud services and basic DevOps principles.
- Knowledge of security best practices (authentication, authorization, data protection).
- Soft Skills: Analytical mindset, strong problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and excellent communication to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Career Path:
- Entry-Level: Junior Full Stack Developer
- Mid-Level: Full Stack Developer
- Senior-Level: Senior Full Stack Developer, Tech Lead
- Leadership: Engineering Manager, Architect, CTO
