Senior Application Developer
GuidehouseAbout the role
Job Family:
Software Development & Support (Digital)
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
We are currently searching for a Senior Application Developer to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with Guidehouse, that can be performed on-site or remotely while supporting researchers in Rockville, MD.
What You Will Do:
Software development, design, and architecture.
Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, considering appropriate style, industry standards, and documentation.
Deliver assigned tasks promptly and efficiently, and take ownership of the product delivery.
Work closely with scientific subject matter experts, back-end developers, and stakeholders to ensure visually appealing, functional, and intuitive software.
Other duties as required.
What You Will Need:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline, or additional FOUR (4) years of experience in lieu of a degree
Minimum SIX (6) years experience in Software Development
Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including DOM manipulation and the JavaScript object model.
Thorough understanding of React.js and its core principles.
Experience developing and using RESTful web services and JSON or XML objects for communication.
Experience with version control and collaborative development practices (e.g., pull requests and code review) using Git and GitHub.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience with Python development and related frameworks such as Django or Flask
Experience with *nix shell scripting
Experience with CI/CD processes, especially GitHub Actions.
Familiarity with relational database concepts.
Experience with Docker and the development of containerized applications.
Familiarity with building applications on Amazon Web Service (AWS).
Experience with Elasticsearch.
Experience supervising software developers.
Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle and exposure to Agile or iterative software design practices.
Knowledge of the Broad Institute applications seqr and/or HAIL
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
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