Backend Web Developer

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About Us:

CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.

For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.

About the Role: 

As our Backend Web Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the server-side logic, database management, and application performance. This role involves collaborating with front end developers and other stakeholders to deliver high quality digital products. Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining back-end components and services with clean, scalable, and efficient code. Collaborate with front end developers, marketing and communication team members and other cross functional teams to integrate user facing elements with server-side logic. 

• Design, develop, and maintain backend components and services for multiple websites. 
• Collaborate with front end developers to integrate user facing elements with server-side logic. 
• Collaborate with Communication Systems Manager on strategic approaches and prioritization of website requests. 
• Implement and maintain database systems, ensuring data integrity and security. 
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code, following best practices and standards, including the latest ADA requirements. 
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance and reliability. 
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. 
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends. 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) and 2-3 years' experience as a Backend Developer or similar role. 
• Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Python, Java, Ruby, or Node.js and experience with database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).  
• Familiarity with PHP and JavaScript (WordPress website integrations) RESTful APIs, web services, and knowledge of cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker) as a plus. 
• Experience with agile development methodologies and an understanding of security protocols and data protection measures. 

We understand that not everyone will match the above qualifications 100%. If your background isn't perfectly aligned but you feel you would be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you.

We're a tight-knit team of world-class innovators, business minds, and change agents who believe passionately in our mission and put our team ahead of self. We are committed to the continued development and growth of our employees and invest in your success!

We care about your personal well being as much as your professional success and offer generous benefits to full time employees including: 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, Retirement plan with generous company contributions, FSA for Health and Dependent Care, 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment, 11 paid company holidays, paid sick time, paid family leave, and more!

Our inclusive environment focuses on making decisions based on merit without regard to race, color, hair texture, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, LGBTQIA+ status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.