Full Stack Web Developer Job at Torch Technologies Inc. in Huntsville

Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies. We’re an award-winning, 100% employee-owned company based in Huntsville, Alabama. Recognized as a top 100 defense company, we’re dedicated to supporting our nation’s military. Our guiding principle, “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom,” reflects our commitment to excellence, cooperation, integrity, and reliability.

Job Title: Full Stack Web Developer

Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated Full Stack Web Developer with strong experience in building scalable and efficient web applications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in front-end technologies, back-end development, and a deep understanding of relational databases. You will work closely with our development team to build, enhance, and maintain robust applications that support our business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with the product and design teams to translate requirements into clean, scalable, and high-performance code.
2. Develop and manage both front-end and back-end solutions for web applications, ensuring a seamless user experience.
3. Implement and maintain relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and optimize SQL queries.
4. Integrate third-party APIs and services into web applications.
5. Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize code for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
6. Continuously learn new technologies and tools to stay ahead of the curve.
7. Work in an Agile development environment, participating in sprint planning, code reviews, and team meetings.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience. 2 years applicable software design engineering experience.
2. Strong knowledge of relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), with hands-on experience in database design, query optimization, and schema management.
3. Experience with RESTful APIs and Web Services.
4. Proficiency in version control systems like Git.
5. Experience with front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
6. Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., Azure, AWS) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.
7. Knowledge of unit testing and test-driven development (TDD) is a plus.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for clean, efficient code.
9. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
10. Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-5

Travel: Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.