Technical Architect for Scalable Web Applications

hace 3 semanas


La Serena, Coquimbo, Chile Gemini Observatory A tiempo completo

Gemini Observatory is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Web Developer to join its Education and Public Outreach team at the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.

Overview

The observatory's mission is to enable breakthrough discoveries in astrophysics by developing and operating state-of-the-art ground-based observatories and providing data products and services for a diverse and inclusive community.

Job Description

This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining backend web applications critical to the observatory's outreach efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale web applications, advanced knowledge in backend technologies, database management, and cloud-based infrastructure.

The Software Engineer III/Senior Backend Web Developer demonstrates expertise in modern web technologies, cloud architecture, and dev-ops workflows, managing backend systems, overseeing database administration, and maintaining cloud infrastructure.

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems that support scalable web applications.
  • Implement server-side logic using Python, PHP, and Node.js, and maintain database schemas and operations with PostgreSQL.
  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including software developers, scientists, educators, and communications specialists to ensure web applications meet user needs and performance standards.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot backend issues, optimize web performance, and manage content management systems effectively.
  • Lead proof-of-concept and tech spike initiatives to explore new technology options, provide guidance on modern development practices and tools such as Infrastructure-as-Code and cloud services.
  • Engage in regular code reviews and maintain GitHub Actions to ensure continuous integration and deployment processes run smoothly.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in a professional backend development role, with extensive experience in managing large-scale web applications.
  • Advanced knowledge in backend technologies, database management, and cloud-based infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in CI/CD workflows, Docker, and Kubernetes.
Benefits

AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment.

The position offers a salary range of $110,000 - $140,000, depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and job location.



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