Developer Mainstream III (AII3)

Title: Software Developer

Duration: 8 months

Location: Worcester, MA. This position will require on-site visit once a month to the Worcester MA building Biotech 5.

Job Description:

Global Research Informatics Platforms and Solutions (GRIPS) team is seeking a Contractor to join our talented and collaborative team as a Java Full Stack Developer and help build our cutting-edge digital platform supporting R&D programs in discovery and development of novel biotherapeutics. In this position, the candidate will perform hands-on software development in a well-supported and dynamic environment. The work will encompass backend and frontend development of enterprise-scale scientific informatics solutions for data management in discovery and early development of multiple therapeutic modalities supporting programs in areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and ophthalmology.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend solutions using Java, SQL, Oracle, and other related technologies in an enterprise environment with complex RESTful API integrations and ETL functions.

* Develop professional quality, supportable, and well-documented solutions following best practices and coding standards.

* Occasional frontend development may be required using Javascript, AngularJS, HTML, CSS, and other related technologies.

* Participate in review and peer-review of code, design, architecture, and documentation.

* Collaborate with team members and other stakeholders for requirement analysis, development, testing, deployment, and training.

* Follow company standards and best practices for project management, documentation, training, and continuous improvement.

Knowledge and Skills:

* Strong understanding of backend software development using Java ecosystem, with hands-on experience working as a software developer in a professional environment.

* Experience building RESTful API integrations and ETL functions.

* Proficiency in Oracle database and associated technologies.

* Some understanding of frontend software development using Javascript, HTML, and CSS required.

* Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, methods, and processes.

* Experience in system design, delivery, deployment, and lifecycle management.

* Effective communication and collaboration skills

* Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges

* Proficiency in server administration (Windows and Linux)

* Experience with CI/CD frameworks and technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, etc.) a plus

* Experience with algorithms, databases, and technologies for bioinformatics or cheminformatics desired, but not required

Education and Experience:

* 4+ years of hands on software development experience required

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with 5+ years' relevant professional experience, or Master's degree in a relevant subject with 4+ years' relevant professional experience required