Junior Full Stack Web Developer Department: Web Development Location: Tustin, CA Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay: $37-47/hr, DOE. Schedule: Monday–Friday, Fully Onsite Position Overview A biotechnology company in Tustin is seeking a Junior Full Stack Web Developer to join its Web Development team. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career developer who has a solid understanding of both front-end and back-end development and is eager to expand their technical skills in a collaborative environment. The developer will contribute to a variety of projects, including web applications, internal business tools, e-commerce platforms, and APIs. The work will focus on creating reliable applications, improving internal processes, and developing user-friendly digital experiences that support the company's operations. This position will involve collaboration with developers, scientists, product managers, and other internal teams to build and maintain both customer-facing applications and internal software solutions. Key Responsibilities Front-End Development • Build, maintain, and enhance user interfaces and reusable components for the company's internal Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). • Collaborate with laboratory personnel to understand testing processes and translate business requirements into practical user flows. • Create and maintain WordPress websites, including landing pages, informational content, and blog functionality. • Develop and maintain e-commerce websites using a headless Shopify approach. • Build custom front-end experiences based on established designs, functionality requirements, and project specifications. Back-End Development • Develop and maintain server-side functionality supporting the company's internal LIMS. • Update existing backend functionality to support new laboratory tests, workflows, and operational requirements. • Assist with database design, schema modifications, and overall database architecture. • Build integrations with third-party platforms and services through RESTful APIs. • Develop backend functionality that connects e-commerce and business systems with services such as Shopify, Klaviyo, SendGrid, Twilio, and Stripe. • Create and maintain middleware that facilitates the transfer, synchronization, and organization of information between internal systems and external applications. • Troubleshoot and improve existing applications to support reliability, performance, and usability. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. • Working knowledge of React and/or Next.js, along with HTML and CSS. • Experience developing backend applications using Python-based frameworks, such as Django or Flask. • Understanding of REST API development and integration. • Familiarity with Git and other version-control practices. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical team members. • Willingness to learn new technologies and take on increasingly complex development responsibilities. Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in the following areas will be especially valuable: • Developing Shopify websites, particularly using a headless architecture. • Working with content management platforms such as Sanity. • Using Docker for application development and deployment. • Working with CI/CD pipelines and development automation tools. • Familiarity with AWS cloud services, including S3, SQS, API Gateway, Lambda, or similar services. • Experience integrating multiple third-party platforms and APIs. Opportunity This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite opportunity offering a junior developer the chance to work on a diverse range of web technologies while gaining hands-on experience with applications supporting scientific, operational, and e-commerce functions. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $32.00 - $36.00