Grad Assistant - Full Stack Developer Assistant - Technology Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Salary: $2,688.89 monthly for a 50% appointment (20 hours per week).

About the University

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

About the Role

UIC Technology Solutions is looking for qualified graduate students to assist the software development team with full stack development. This is a great opportunity for students to gain valuable experience in the field of software development, applying their knowledge to real-world projects and be involved in the entire software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• API Development and Integration
• API Testing and Debugging
• Front-end development
• UI Component Testing and E2E testing
• Code, Database and DB Query Optimization
• Create developer documentation and user training manuals
• Participate actively in daily stand-ups and group meetings
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Admission to and good academic standing in a graduate degree program at the University of Illinois Chicago
• Computer Science background
• Previous experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, RESTful Web Services, SQL
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work 20 hrs/week; summer and winter breaks strongly preferred

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid time Off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents