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Specialist, Software Engineering

Join our dynamic Research & Development Division’s IT team, where we are pioneering research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in both humans and animals. We are looking for a talented and motivated Full Stack Integration Developer who is passionate about utilizing their expertise in various programming languages and technologies to enhance our in-house applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain web-based applications using a wide range of programming languages, including Core Java, Java Spring, JavaScript, HTML, Python, and PHP.
• Cloud Deployment: Utilize AWS Cloud technologies (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) to deploy applications, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and robust.
• DevSecOps Implementation: Implement and manage DevSecOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Git Actions, Kubernetes, Terraform) to automate the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine requirements, estimate tasks, and deliver high-quality software in an Agile environment.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve technical issues through root cause analysis, providing effective solutions to maintain application uptime and performance.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, user guides, and API documentation.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• User-Centric Development: Collaborate with Product Managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to understand user needs and enhance product functionality.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on professional who has been in the tech industry for minimum 3-5 years as a full-stack developer.
• Proven expertise in Core Java, Java Spring, JavaScript, HTML, Python, and PHP.
• Familiarity with AWS services and cloud deployment strategies.
• Strong understanding of REST API design and implementation.
• Experience with DevSecOps tools and practices.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and best practices in software development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality code.
• Capability to quickly learn modern technologies and adapt to evolving project requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the healthcare or patient safety sectors.
• Familiarity with additional frameworks and languages (e.g., React, Angular, Ruby).
• Knowledge of security best practices in software development and DevSecOps.
• Knowledge of Integration tools .i.e. MuleSoft, Tibco

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Required Skills:

Agile Methodology, API Documentation, Cloud Deployment, Collaborative Communications, Computer Science, Core Java, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Disease Prevention, Enterprise Application Integration (EAI), JavaScript, Mule Software, Programming Languages, Quality Assurance (QA), Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, Systems Integration, Technical Writing Documentation, Testing, Web Development

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Job Posting End Date:

08/31/2025

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R350112