Software Engineer

About Us

At Cast & Crew, we’ve empowered creativity and supported the global entertainment industry for decades. Together with our family of brands - Backstage, CAPS, Checks & Balances, Final Draft, Media Services, Sargent-Disc, and The TEAM Companies – we operate as a combined entertainment technology and services provider offering industry standard screenwriting accounting software, digital payroll products, data & reporting, and a host of creative tools.  The industry continues to move faster than ever, and the need for our expertise, our technology, and our people has never been greater.  We are a production’s best ally every step of the way. #OneCastOneCrew

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Full Stack Developer to join our team and grow their expertise in Node.js and React. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build scalable web applications while working on both frontend and backend development.As a Full Stack Developer, you will collaborate with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to develop modern, user-friendly, and high-performance applications. You will gain hands-on experience in building RESTful APIs, databases, and responsive UI components, working in an Agile development environment.You will work closely with designers, backend developers, and product managers to develop engaging web and mobile experiences while learning industry best practices.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain full-stack applications using React.js (frontend) and Node.js with Express.js (backend).
• Design and implement responsive UI components with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate them with frontend applications.
• Work with databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server to store and retrieve data.
• Implement user authentication and authorization using JWT, OAuth, or similar methods.
• Write clean, modular, and reusable code following industry best practices.
• Debug, test, and troubleshoot frontend and backend issues.
• Work with Git version control and participate in code reviews.
• Optimize application performance for speed, scalability, and security.
• Stay up to date with modern full-stack development trends and technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Some experience with React.js and frontend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript preferred).
• Basic understanding of Node.js, Express.js, and RESTful API development.
• Knowledge of relational (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) or NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Familiarity with state management (React Context, Redux, or similar).
• Understanding of basic authentication methods (JWT, OAuth, Sessions).
• Experience using version control systems (Git, GitHub).
• Basic knowledge of server-side rendering (SSR) and API integration.
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Nice to Have (Bonus Skills)

• Experience with GraphQL and API development.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience working with WebSockets for real-time applications.
• Knowledge of unit and integration testing frameworks

Special Work Conditions    

• Sedentary – Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Some positions may entail exerting up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, or pull.

Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with modern full-stack technologies while working on real-world projects in a collaborative, Agile environment. You'll benefit from mentorship opportunities that will accelerate your career growth and provide exposure to cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices.

Benefits

Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and more! Note: Cast & Crew benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Cast & Crew is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship or marital status, and to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.

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Compensation is commensurate with various factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, training, licensure, certifications, geographic cost of labor, and other business and organizational needs. Compensation range for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location.  The compensation range for this position is: $120,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year.