Full Stack Developer

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Mar 10, 2025

Position Information

Posting date	03/10/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	1129247
Position Title	Full Stack Developer
Department this Position Reports to	Center for Technology and Behavioral Health
Hiring Range Minimum	$115,000
Hiring Range Maximum	$143,800
Union Type	Not a Union Position
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule
Location of Position	Lebanon, NH 03766 CTBH 46 Centerram suite 315
Remote Work Eligibility?	Remote eligible
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	NA
Is this a grant funded position?	Yes
Position Purpose	To architect and implement the backend infrastructure for a pioneering digital mental health platform at Dartmouth College that combines AI-driven support with passive behavioral sensing. This innovative system will process and analyze real-time behavioral data from smartphone sensors while supporting personalized AI interactions for student mental health and wellness. The role involves creating scalable, secure server-side solutions that handle complex data streams from mobile devices, support AI model interactions, and manage sensitive student health information. This position is crucial in developing the technological foundation to demonstrate how universities can securely and effectively leverage AI and sensor data to support student well-being at scale.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field 6+ years of experience in full stack development Strong expertise in backend technologies (Python, Node.js, or similar) and modern web frameworks Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases Proven experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs Strong understanding of security best practices and HIPAA compliance requirements Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, or similar) Demonstrated ability to design scalable backend architectures Experience with real-time data processing and streaming Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with healthcare or wellness applications Knowledge of machine learning pipelines and AI model deployment Experience with real-time data visualization and analytics Background in developing systems for academic or research environments Experience with microservices architecture Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools Experience with data privacy regulations and compliance Knowledge of behavioral data processing and analysis
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Jamie Ibey
Department Contact Phone Number
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Nicholas Jacobson, PhD
Department Contact's Phone Number	603-646-7080
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds. Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78029

Key Accountabilities

Description

Backend Architecture and Development

Design and implement robust server-side architecture using modern backend frameworks and technologies
Develop and maintain secure, scalable databases for storing user data, behavioral metrics, and AI interaction histories
Create efficient data models and database schemas that support complex queries and real-time data access
Implement comprehensive logging and monitoring systems to ensure system reliability
Design and optimize data processing pipelines for handling sensor data streams
Ensure HIPAA compliance in all data storage and processing systems

Percentage Of Time

Description

API Development and Integration

Design and implement RESTful APIs that facilitate communication between mobile frontend and backend services
Create secure endpoints for real-time data synchronization and AI model interactions
Develop APIs for integrating behavioral sensing data with the LLM components
Implement robust authentication and authorization systems
Create documentation for all API endpoints and integration points

Percentage Of Time

Description

System Security and Performance

Implement comprehensive security measures to protect sensitive user data
Design and maintain backup and recovery systems
Optimize database and server performance for handling large-scale concurrent users
Monitor and analyze system performance metrics
Implement caching strategies to improve response times
Collaborate with mobile and LLM teams to optimize data flow and system architecture
Participate in code reviews and maintain high coding standards

Percentage Of Time

--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.