Senior Software Developer, Application Framework

Verily; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health technology company located in Waterloo, Canada is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Application Framework team. In this role, you will utilize your programming skills to develop and support web applications, collaborating closely with various teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in software engineering, expertise in Node.js, and strong communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in precision health.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as a software engineer in an industry setting.
• Deep Node and Web Development fundamentals and a solid understanding of microfrontend architecture.
• Ability to facilitate productive discussions across the extended team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the development team and application teams to develop new services.
• Come up with ideas to technical design problems and propose solutions.
• Develop using industry-standard tools.

Skills

Node.js

Web Development

Collaboration

Design Skills

Education

BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Webpack

Cypress

Job description

Who We Are

Verily is a subsidiary of Alphabet that is using a data-driven approach to change the way people manage their health and the way healthcare is delivered. Launched from Google X in 2015, our purpose is to bring the promise of precision health to everyone, every day. We are focused on generating and activating data from a variety of sources, including clinical, social, behavioral and the real world, to arrive at the best solutions for a person based on a comprehensive view of the evidence. Our unique expertise and capabilities in technology, data science and healthcare enable the entire healthcare ecosystem to drive better health outcomes.

Description

Verily is a subsidiary of Alphabet that is using a data-driven approach to change the way people manage their health and the way healthcare is delivered. Launched from Google X in 2015, our purpose is to bring the promise of precision health to everyone, every day. We are focused on generating and activating data from a variety of sources, including clinical, social, behavioral and the real world, to arrive at the best solutions for a person based on a comprehensive view of the evidence. Our unique expertise and capabilities in technology, data science and healthcare enable the entire healthcare ecosystem to drive better health outcomes.

The mission of the Application Framework team is to produce a modular, scalable and highly reliable system to serve and support Verily web applications. As a Software Engineer (SWE), you will bring your strong programming skills, technical expertise, design skills and teamwork to delivering the Precision Health Application Framework, enabling our application teams as they build web applications for Verily customers.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the development team, Product Management, and application teams to develop, deliver and support new application services.
• Come up with ideas to technical design problems, compare options, and propose solutions.
• Develop using industry-standard tools including GitHub, Kubernetes, Node.js, TypeScript, Webpack, and Cypress to name a few.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience in software engineering
• At least 5 years experience as a software engineer in an industry setting
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
• Deep Node and Web Development fundamentals and a solid understanding of microfrontend architecture
• Clear written communication, especially in design and architecture documents
• Ability to facilitate productive discussions across the extended team
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise with NX, pnpm, asset bundlers, and related tools
• Testing experience (BDD, Integration)
• Agile production methods (Jira)
  
  

Qualified applicants must not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in Canada.

Verily Life Sciences LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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