Software Developer

Sequence Bio, Inc.; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company is looking for a motivated Software Developer to join their Technology team. This role focuses on building and maintaining web applications critical for research efforts. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in web development, particularly with Ruby on Rails and strong programming skills in Ruby, Python, or JavaScript. You will work collaboratively to innovate while ensuring secure data practices. This full-time position offers a fair salary and various benefits including flexible PTO and stock options.

Benefits

Fair and equitable salary

Competitive stock option plan

RRSP matching

Flexible PTO

Learning and professional development allowance

Progressive health plan

Wellness spending account

Generous parental and family leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience building web applications, particularly with Ruby on Rails or similar frameworks.
• Proficient in Ruby, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services.
• Skilled in optimization and performance tuning for scalability.
• Familiar with clean code design patterns.
• Experienced in Agile practices and iterative development.
• Experience deploying applications on cloud platforms like AWS.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive web solutions and ensure system health.
• Automate software delivery using CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with security teams to protect data integrity.
• Adapt to flexible working hours during deployment peaks.

Skills

Web application development

Ruby on Rails

Ruby

Python

JavaScript

RESTful services

Agile methodologies

AWS

Clean coding principles

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

2+ years of production experience

Tools

Slack

Asana

Google Workspace

Job description

Software Developer

Sequence Bio is a Newfoundland and Labrador-based biotechnology company conducting genetic research to discover the true biological causes of disease. We collaborate with the people and medical professionals of Newfoundland and Labrador, and partner with leading pharma and biotech, to help accelerate the development of better preventions, treatments, and medicines for global unmet medical needs.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Developer to join our Technology team. As a Software Developer, you will support the continued development and maintenance of Sequence Bio’s unique web applications. This role is critical to ensure the delivery of software needed to support our research study efforts. You will ensure that our applications and software tools support productive and secure usage. If you are passionate about engineering high-reliability systems for unique and sensitive data, this is a chance to help make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of patients and their families for generations to come.

What You'll Do

Application Development

• Build modern, responsive web solutions and maintain core system health through proactive troubleshooting.

Full Stack Development

• Leverage CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles to automate software delivery.
• Design relational data models and manage SQL-based database environments.
• Champion process improvements, from deployment checklists to automated testing.

Growth Mindset

• Dedicated to mastery in software engineering and staying ahead of industry trends.
• The desire to embrace innovation; incorporate new knowledge and feedback/input in combination with an openness to learning and growth.

Security & Data Integrity

• Protect all data in accordance with the company’s policies and work proactively and collaboratively with the security department in the event of any security issues that come to your attention.
• A commitment to flexible working hours during peak project deployment is required.
• Willing to take initiative; create and take on new responsibilities as our company continues to grow.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or CEO.

Who You Are

Ideal Qualifications & Skills:

• Professional Development Experience: 2+ years of production experience building web applications, with a focus on Ruby on Rails or similar MVC frameworks.
• Core Programming: Background in Ruby, Python, or JavaScript, with the versatility to work across different languages and tech stacks.
• API Design: Experience in architecting RESTful services and seamlessly integrating third‑party web services.
• Performance Engineering: Ability to perform optimization and performance tuning to ensure system scalability and speed.
• Clean Code Standards: Familiarity with design patterns and clean coding principles to ensure long‑term maintainability.
• Agile Proficiency: Well‑versed in Agile methodologies, emphasizing iterative growth and efficient sprint cycles.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Experience managing and deploying applications via AWS or other major cloud providers.
• Complex Problem Solving: A detail‑oriented mindset capable of deconstructing and solving intricate technical challenges.
• Collaborative Growth: A team‑first attitude with a passion to learn, share knowledge, and mentor others through proactive communication.
• Tech-Forward Workflow: Proficiency with modern collaboration and BI tools such as Slack, Asana, and Google Workspace.
• Valued Assets: Prior experience with Salesforce and/or working with clinical data/Electronic Health Records (EHR) is considered an asset.

Why Join Sequence Bio

Working with us means working for the benefit of others. Whether your job is software development or research scientist – we’re all inspired by the same purpose: enable breakthrough medical discoveries to improve lives around the world.

Benefits

• Fair and equitable salary
• Competitive stock option plan
• RRSP matching
• Flexible PTO
• Learning and professional development allowance
• Progressive health plan
• Wellness spending account
• Generous parental and family leave

Our Commitment

Ethics, privacy and security excellence is rooted in everything we do at Sequence Bio. We are transparent about our information sharing policies and practices, and are committed to returning benefits to Newfoundland and Labrador. All our employees must uphold the company’s commitment in all they do and champion the company’s ethics, privacy and security mindset to ensure we maintain our best‑in‑class approach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sequence Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB), and recognize the importance and value of a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for everyone we interact with. If you could benefit from an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please share with us how we can best support you.

Position(s): Full Time

Location: St. John’s, NL

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education