At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.
We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and experienced Engineer II to design and develop internet-based software systems. This role involves applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to create robust and scalable web applications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of web application integration points, interdependencies, and standard data exchange and control protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership to the Web Software Engineering and Web Development Administration teams. Recommend and implement web policies, manage projects, and develop operational procedures for specific web-based projects.
Project Management: Lead project design and development to ensure alignment with overall internet development strategies. Utilize a personal computer for various tasks.
Application Development: Support the development of applications, working effectively with business teams throughout coding, unit testing, integration testing, and load testing phases.
Planning and Scheduling: Plan and schedule all phases of internet application development. Create proposals, including methodology and time requirements for assignment completion.
Maintenance and Improvement: Provide support for the maintenance and continuous improvement of existing applications.
Design Implementation: Incorporate and implement design “look and feel” and content from sales, marketing, or outside design consultants for the website.
Adaptability: Thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with frequent priority shifts.
Qualifications:
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency with web servers, HTML authoring, web infrastructure, and knowledge of Linux, Windows, Java, JDBC, JavaScript, AJAX, CSS, JSP, PL/SQL, XML, UNIX-Shell Scripting, Apache, Oracle, and Weblogic.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Knowledge of internet hardware, software, and firewall setup.
- Communication Skills: Ability to articulate both marketing and IT needs/issues to all groups. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Web Technology Knowledge: Strong understanding of web technology skills, eBusiness, eCommerce, and eMarketing techniques.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact well with team members and business users. Excellent project management skills.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field. Six years of information technology experience, including work with web-based applications. A master’s degree and one year of supervisory experience are preferred.
This position is based at our National Executive Office in Memphis, TN, and will have a hybrid work schedule.
Benefits & Perks
The following Benefits & Perks apply toFull-Time Roles Only.
We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms:
ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.
