Senior Research Programmer (Full Stack)

How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and highlight your experiences that directly relate to this position. With questions about the position or office, or for requests for accommodations or support with the application process, please email UMSI Human Resources at [email protected]. Who We Are The School of Information is a progressive, interdisciplinary professional school that offers five academic programs. UMSI delivers innovative, elegant and ethical solutions connecting people, information and technology. The school was one of the first iSchools in the nation and is the premier institution studying and using technology to improve human computer interactions. Our school mission is to create and share knowledge so that people will use information - with technology - to build a better world. Job Summary The School of Information is looking for an Intermediate/Senior Research Programmer (Full Stack) to support the research activities of multiple NIH-funded research projects that are building the next generation mobile health applications. The ideal applicant has a strong software engineering background and understands how frontend and back-end systems are supported by and connected to relational and non-relational (NoSQL) databases to form innovative, responsive, and usable web and mobile applications. This position is both an excellent opportunity for a career programmer to work in an independent fast fast-paced innovative environment as well as for technical individuals who aim to gain further experience in research and explore potential co-authorship on scientific publications. Reporting to a Professor of Information, the successful candidate would be joining a dedicated team of University of Michigan researchers and programmers united by a shared mission to democratize mobile health research through technology innovation. As we expand our team, we are seeking a talented Full-Stack Software Engineer to contribute to our cutting-edge projects. If you are passionate about creating impactful software solutions and have experience with React, React Native, Express.js, and MongoDB (or related technologies, including relational databases such as Postgres), we want to hear from you! Please see the link here for the full job description and responsibilities. NOTE: This is a two-year term-limited appointment, with the possibility of extension pending funding, availability of work, and satisfactory job performance. Responsibilities* Full-Stack Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable and high-performance software solutions, including backend and frontend (web and mobile) components. Mobile Health Apps: Contribute to the development of mobile health applications, leveraging your skills in mobile app development and user experience. Open Source Contribution: Actively participate in the development and evolution of an open source mHealth framework, contributing code, and enhancements, and collaborating with the broader developer community. Code Reviews and Collaboration: Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with team members to maintain code quality and standards. Required Qualifications* A Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of education, certification and experience. Strong knowledge and demonstrated experience with full-stack technologies, including React, React Native, Express.js, and MongoDB. Experience with other languages (e.g., Python) and technologies (e.g., Flask, SQL databases, docker, AWS/GCP) is a plus. Understanding of software development methods (e.g. git, versioning, releasing, bug tracking) and core software engineering functions (e.g. APIs, refactoring). 1-3 years of professional experience, more experience is an asset. Why Work at Michigan? In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include: Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Family Leave) A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting Many choices for comprehensive health insurance Dental and vision insurance Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses Tuition support program Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes. This is a hybrid position. You will coordinate your schedule with your supervisor in accordance with school policy. You may be required to travel to multiple locations on and off campus. The main office workspace for this position is located in the Leinweber Computer Science and Information Building. Punctual and regular attendance is required. The team typically works standard business hours. There are regular meetings for which attendance is expected. Beyond that, specific work hours are flexible and negotiable. Underfill Statement This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. The minimum starting salary at the Senior level is $85,000. At the Intermediate level, the minimum starting salary is $70,000. The final salary will be based on several factors, such as the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, and skills for the position. Additional Information Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This is a two year term-limited position. Salary Information The salary range for this position at the Senior level is $85,000 to $95,000. Salary is determined by direct relevant experience and demonstrated past performance results while ensuring equity on our team. While rare, we may offer a salary above the posted range for an exceptionally qualified candidate, considering internal equity and budget. All candidates are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor alignment and transparency throughout the recruiting process. This position may work with and/or support systems that maintain or process sensitive institutional data as defined by university policy. Successful candidates must comply with federal, state, and local law, and/or university policies or agreements that require the university to implement specific privacy and security safeguards, including but not limited to ITAR, EAR, HIPAA, FERPA, and FISMA. This position is responsible for protecting data and information from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion; and following applicable regulations and instructions regarding access to computerized files and release of data internally or externally to the University of Michigan. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Opening ID 279046 Working Title Senior Research Programmer (Full Stack) Job Title Software Engineer Senior Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Hybrid Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Exempt Organizational Group School Information Department School of Information Posting Begin/End Date 6/18/2026 - 7/02/2026 Salary $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Career Interest Information Technology