Software Developer

American College Of Surgeons; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The American College of Surgeons in Chicago is seeking a Software Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain components for the National Cancer Database (NCDB) and related analytics systems. The role focuses on backend and web-based development, data processing workflows, and delivering reliable, secure software for cancer research and quality improvement.

This exempt position reports to the Manager, Information Technology, NCDB within the Division of Research and Optimal Patient Care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with database design, development, and analysis (Oracle, PL/SQL).
• 3+ years of Java application development experience, on J2EE preferably, with web services of Java Application Servers (JBoss, JRun, Oracle AS, JMS, Drools) and Apache Camel.
• C# experience is preferred.
• Firm understanding of relational database structure and processes.
• Experience with Java or similar object-oriented programming languages.
• Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with version control systems and development tools.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application components supporting NCDB and related reporting systems.
• Implement enhancements, bug fixes, and new features under guidance from senior developers and technical leads.
• Support development of batch and real-time data processing workflows used for analytics, quality measures, and reporting.
• Assist with development and maintenance of reporting-related application logic and services.
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure application functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, statisticians, and IT partners across the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Web services

SQL

Analytical skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

JBoss

JRun

Oracle AS

JMS

Drools

Apache Camel

Job description

About the American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a professional and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has more than 90,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. For more information, visit www.facs.org.

Our Mission

The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.

Our Vision

To create a healthcare landscape where surgeons thrive and every patient has access to and benefits from the highest standards of surgical care, driven by innovation, education, leadership, and trust.

Summary

The Software Developer designs, develops, tests, and maintains application components that support the National Cancer Data Base (NCDB) and related cancer reporting and analytics systems. Working under general supervision, this role contributes to backend and web-based application development, supports data processing and reporting workflows, and applies established development practices to deliver reliable, secure, and maintainable software solutions that support cancer research, accreditation, and quality improvement initiatives.

This exempt level position will report to the Manager, Information Technology, National Cancer Database in the Division of Research and Optimal Patient Care. It is based in our Chicago office and is a hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office/2 days per week remote.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $103,000 - $115,000 (commensurate with related experience).

Primary Responsibilities

Application Development and Maintenance:

• Design, develop, and maintain application components supporting NCDB and related reporting systems.
• Implement enhancements, bug fixes, and new features under guidance from senior developers and technical leads.

Data Processing and Reporting Support:

• Support development of batch and real-time data processing workflows used for analytics, quality measures, and reporting.
• Assist with development and maintenance of reporting-related application logic and services.

Testing, Troubleshooting, and Quality Assurance:

• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure application functionality and reliability.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of application issues in development, test, and production environments.

Collaboration and Development Practices:

• Collaborate with developers, analysts, statisticians, and IT partners across the software development lifecycle.
• Follow established coding standards, documentation practices, and version control procedures.

Learning, Growth, and Continuous Improvement:

• Build technical skills through ongoing learning, code reviews, and participation in team knowledge-sharing activities.
• Contribute ideas for improving development workflows, tools, and system maintainability.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of experience with database design, development, and analysis (Oracle, PL/SQL) is required.
• 3+ years of Java application development experience, on J2EE preferably, with an emphasis on developing and utilizing web services of Java Application Servers (JBoss, JRun, Oracle AS, JMS, Drools) as well as Apache Camel architecture is required.
• C# experience is preferred.
• Firm understanding of relational database structure and processes is required.
• Experience with Java or similar object-oriented programming languages is required.
• Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL is required.
• Familiarity with version control systems and development tools.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical—comprehensive coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
• Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program
• 403(b) Matching Program
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Medical/Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Domestic Partner Coverage

The American College of Surgeons is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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