Research Software Developer

Status

Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week

40

Job Posting Category

Information Technology

Job Posting Description

This Research Software Developer is responsible for:

• Providing support to develop and maintain research software applications, platforms, and informatics systems for research. May make recommendations for software design and improvements
• Researching and identifying the requirements of software development and application programming needs
• Designing, developing, coding, testing, and implementing software that supports the needs of multiple research projects, considering the individual goals and objectives of each entity
• Participating in standards for development and software selection and making software development process and design recommendations within the department or program and to project stakeholders
• Providing analytical and technical guidance to team members and stakeholders. Identifying requirements, developing software design, coding, planning and executing testing, and ensuring that the software delivered meets specifications
• Producing written documentation for new and existing processes, programs, code, applications, and workflow. Keeping software documentation accurate and up to date

To qualify, you must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field is required
• Experience with Programing Languages. Proficiency in Python is required
• CS fundamentals, object‐oriented architecture, problem solving, testing, and debugging skills
• Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Motivation to tackle challenging problems and learn continuously

This position will primarily work in person, with the possibility of hybrid work after new hire training is complete.
To be considered, applicants need to be legally authorized to work in the US.

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Office/Site Location

Boston

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Remote Eligibility

Part Remote/Hybrid