Associate Application Developer - Remote

Overview

The Associate Application Developer will join the Student Information Systems team at Harvard University, focusing on the my.harvard Portal Optimization project. This role involves full stack development and collaboration within a team to implement business solutions.

In Short

• Join a vibrant community at Harvard University.
• Work on the my.harvard Portal Optimization project.
• Perform applications/web development using Django and FastAPI.
• Collaborate with a team to implement business solutions.
• Write basic code and maintain documentation.
• Participate in the software development life cycle.
• Troubleshoot coding problems and suggest improvements.
• Full-time position with benefits funded through 6/30/27.
• Onsite work required a minimum of 2 days per month.
• Remote work options available within registered payroll states.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant education or work experience.
• Hands-on experience with Django and FastAPI frameworks.
• Ability to write basic code and maintain documentation.
• Experience in the software development life cycle.
• Knowledge of IT applications and processes.
• Strong team performance and service mindset.
• Completion of Harvard IT Academy courses preferred.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
• Retirement plans with university contributions.
• Wellbeing and mental health resources.
• Support for families and caregivers.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Commuter benefits and campus perks.