Sr. Software Integrations & Development Engineer

Under limited supervision, the Senior Software Integrations and Development Engineer serves as a technical expert representing the IT Division on systems integration and development, deployment, and maintenance while coordinating with lead development/integrations staff and management staff where appropriate. The role also plays a vital part as a technical expert in implementing commercial software and software development projects. This includes coordination and communication with other team members throughout the software development life cycle.

This role leverages experience with ETL tools, data flow architecture, cloud-based development (AWS, etc.), API development, data warehouse integrations, and LAMP-based application development. The role is also expected to interpret end-user functional requirements to define application and data flow needs to ensure compatibility with existing environments and support ongoing implementations as required.

Expected to act as a project manager, or expert while involved in projects for internal and commercial software implementations. Also expected to act in a leadership role with team members for training and development on new technologies, data flow changes, tool implementations, development needs etc., to allow for more junior staff to operate in conjunction with this role’s implementations.

Who We Are

The Salk Institute is an internationally renowned research institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek bold and interactive leaders passionate about exploring new frontiers in science. Our collaborative community embraces diverse perspectives and unique life experiences, fostering innovation, and a sense of belonging. Together, we strive to improve the wellbeing of humanity through groundbreaking research.

Founded by Jonas Salk, developer of the first safe and effective polio vaccine, the Institute is an independent, nonprofit research organization and architectural landmark: small by choice, intimate by nature, and fearless in the face of any challenge. Salk's vibrant community comprises a diverse and talented group of individuals, each playing a crucial role in driving our mission forward. From visionary leaders to dedicated administrators and brilliant faculty members, the Institute is united by a shared passion for scientific exploration and innovation.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Software Data Integrations & Application Development

• Data integrations require knowledge working with SOAP and REST APIs, utilizing ETL tools such as xPlenty(integrate.io), and experience working with full data flows across applications, databases, platforms, and data warehouses.
• Collaborates with team members and data warehouse staff to design and implement required data flow needs for apps, reports, and integration requirements.
• Develops new and supports existing applications on LAMP(PHP) platforms using Laravel, MySQL, Bootstrap, and other related technologies. Additional skills required include experience with Ajax, JavaScript, Java, Python, Oracle, Docker, and cloud deployments via AWS, Vercel etc.
• Coordinates with IS team members to develop and drive the adoption of new programming and data-related practices. This includes peer code review when appropriate, development feedback sessions, training sessions on new data and development technologies, and overall guidance on the full development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with IS members on tool usage for code repositories and on implementing new automated testing practices for cleaner code deployment.
• Responsible for collaborating with varying staff responsible for SSO/DUO/AD/Azure/Entra and similar identity-related services to ensure they have the data needed from HR systems of record for employee data management and coordinating related data flow management from systems of record.

Business Process Analysis

• Has a high level of experience translating developed functional requirements into technical specifications to be used in the adoption of commercial software solutions and, when necessary, the design of new software applications, data solutions, or the modification of existing applications.
• Based on user requirements and knowledge of existing systems, provide alternatives or improvements to the solutions requested.
• Anticipate technical needs based on understanding the overall organization and how related tools and data flo