Full Stack Developer (Platform & Integrations)

At Robots & Pencils, we build meaningful, scalable software experiences that help innovative organizations move faster and smarter. We are seeking a Full Stack Developer to support the development and delivery of complex, integration-heavy platforms. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in hands-on development, can confidently own features and deployments, and contributes to team leadership within a pod.In this role, you will work as a key contributor on a cross-functional team, building across the stack while helping guide delivery, improve systems, and solve challenging integration problems. You’ll partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering teammates to ensure high-quality, scalable solutions reach production.Why This Role MattersAt Robots & Pencils, we build smart systems for the human world. This role plays a critical part in making that real by connecting platforms, enabling seamless user experiences, and ensuring the systems behind them are reliable and scalable.You are not just shipping features; you are helping shape how systems integrate, how teams deliver, and how products evolve, contributing directly to meaningful outcomes for users and clients.Key ResponsibilitiesFull Stack Engineering & DeliveryBuild and maintain frontend applications using React, TypeScript, and Material UI Develop backend services and RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express Contribute to scalable, maintainable architecture across distributed systems Support integration with platforms such as MAPI, iHub, PLAT services, LMS/LTI (Canvas, Blackboard), and IAM systems AI-Augmented DevelopmentTreat AI-assisted development (e.g., Claude Code, Kiro, Cursor, GitHub Copilot) as a baseline capability, integrating these tools seamlessly into your daily workflow to improve speed and efficiencyApply thoughtful prompt engineering and structured interaction patterns to produce reliable, maintainable codeGo beyond basic AI assistance by leveraging more advanced techniques (e.g., spec-driven development, test-driven prompting, and iterative refinement workflows) to improve code quality, consistency, and alignment with requirementsUse AI tools to support the full development lifecycle, including design exploration, implementation, testing, and documentationStay current with the rapidly evolving AI tooling landscape, critically evaluating and adopting new tools or practices that meaningfully improve developer productivity and outcomesTechnical OwnershipOwn release cuts, including PR reviews and deployment coordination Manage environment configurations, secrets, and package upgrades Debug and resolve complex system and integration issues Build proofs of concept (POCs) to validate new features and approaches Pod Contribution & LeadershipLead or support Agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) Partner with Product Managers to refine and deliver epics and requirements Act as a technical point of contact within the pod and across collaborating teams Provide guidance and context to teammates to support delivery and quality Communication & CollaborationCommunicate deployment schedules and technical updates to stakeholders Document architectural decisions (ADRs) and key system behaviors Collaborate with SRE, Engineering, Product, and Content teams to ensure alignment Contribute to a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement Tech Stack You Will Work WithFrontend: React, TypeScript, Material UI Backend: Node.js, Express, RESTful APIs Integration & Platforms: MAPI, iHub, PLAT services, LMS/LTI (Canvas, Blackboard), IAM Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Bitbucket, Instana Tooling: Git, Cypress, Cursor (AI-assisted development)Required Skills & Experience5+ years of professional software development experience delivering production applications Strong full-stack engineering experience across modern web technologies AI Dev Tooling: Claude Code, Kiro, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent AI-assisted development toolsExperience owning features through development, testing, and deployment Ability to debug and resolve complex issues across distributed systems Familiarity with Agile/Scrum practices and team-based delivery Experience working with APIs, integrations, and platform-based architectures Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines Preferred SkillsExperience with LMS/LTI platforms (Canvas, Blackboard) Familiarity with enterprise integration platforms (MAPI, iHub, PLAT) Experience with cloud-native environments and observability tools Exposure to AI-assisted development tools and workflows Personal AttributesOwnership Mindset: Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality, reliable solutions Collaborative: Works effectively within a pod and across teams Solution-Oriented: Proactively identifies issues and drives them to resolution Adaptable: Comfortable working in evolving, complex environments Communicative: Shares context clearly and keeps