Java Full Stack Developer
This is a hybrid position which requires to be onsite once a month. Looking for local candidates. The client's 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