Who we are and what we do?

Alchemy Systems (www.alchemysystems.com) is the global leader of innovative technology solutions that help food companies engage and train their frontline workforces. Over two million food workers at 35,000 locations use Alchemy’s learning management, performance management and communications programs to drive operational excellence.

In the last year Alchemy was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing private companies. The Austin American Statesman has named Alchemy as one of Austin’s Top Workplaces for three consecutive years.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Full Stack Developer will report to the Software Development Manager. You will be involved in developing applications by studying operations; designing, developing, and installing software applications; and supporting and helping to develop the Engineering Team.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications
• Write and code Unit Tests
• Respond promptly to and solve defect tickets
• Run and monitor functional and performance tests on new and existing software for the purpose of correcting mistakes, isolating areas of improvement, and general debugging
• Investigate and resolve Customer issues
• Build monitoring and have the ability to perform debugging in all areas of the code
• Report operational achievements and progress to the Software Development Manager on a regular basis
• Work effectively with other employees to collaborate toward a goal of providing user friendly applications
• Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of application development best practices
• Participate in company activities such as planning and design meetings, retrospectives, and other required process activities
• Direct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Software Development
  • At least 3-5 years of demonstrable PHP/LAMP
  • At least 1-3 years of React/JS experience (Angular or Ember experience maybe considered) 
• Experience with SQL databases (preferably MySQL)
• Experience with Web Applications utilizing REST and PHP
• Experience in writing and maintaining high quality code, including authoring automated tests.
• Understanding of UI/UX design standards
• Understanding of responsive web design
• Knowledge of defect tracking software
• Excellent technical and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and be achievement oriented
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with the Agile software development methodologies

What’s in it for you?

Alchemy is a growing company with an innovative work environment that offers:

• Competitive compensation plus innovative incentive programs
• Company paid vision, dental and health benefits for employees (spouse, domestic partner, and dependents can be added at additional costs)
• 401k Plan with a Company match
• Paid Time Off
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program

Alchemy strives to maintain a fun and positive environment. Here are some perks offered to employees:

• Flexible and casual environment
• Frequent employee appreciation events
• Game room with shuffle board, darts, and foosball
• Snacks provided throughout the week
• Monthly onsite massages