Software Developer
School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States

Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4823
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: L
Requisition ID: 91787

We are looking for a Python and Javascript developer to join Dr. J. Michael Cherry's group in the Department of Genetics at Stanford University. This position can be remote or in-person as circumstances and qualifications dictate.

We build and maintain cutting edge web portals for the scientific community the online resource for basic scientific experimental research and an extensive online data warehouse and metadata project, the ENCODE Data Coordination Center and Portal (encodeproject.org) RegulomeDB (regulomedb.org) and the Saccharomyces Genome Database (www.yeastgenome.org). We are currently recruiting for the Data Administration and Coordination Center (DACC) for the new NHGRI Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium (https://www.genome.gov/Funded-Programs-Projects/Impact-of-Genomic-Variation-on-Function-Consortium)

All projects are funded via the National Institutes of Health. Our goals include understanding, tracking and analyzing the genetics of human health and basic biological research on model organism systems (cherrylab.stanford.edu/projects.html).
Qualified candidates are expected to contribute to all phases of software development at the IGVF DACC, including systems analysis, program design, development, and implementation.

Our current stack is Python (Pyramid), ReactJS, ElasticSearch, and Postgres developed using modern cloud-enabled, open-source best practices. Our open source repositories https://github.com/ENCODE-DCC/

Complies with and supports University and government health & safety regulations & policies.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic Understanding of modern web technology and frameworks
• Some experience with Python or Javascript, including JSON
• Working knowledge of git
• UNIX experience

Duties include:

• Assess user needs and requirements.
• Design and develop applications that may involve sophisticated data manipulation.
• Maintain and update existing programs.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
• Create programs to meet reporting and analysis needs.
• Design and implement user and operations training programs.
• Document changes in software for end users.
• Follow team software development methodology.
• Serve as technical resource with respect to applications.

* - Other duties may also be assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic Understanding of modern web technology and frameworks
• Some experience with Python or Javascript, including JSON
• Working knowledge of git
• UNIX experience

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Current knowledge of latest software and design standards.
• Ability to define and solve logical problems for technical applications.
• Knowledge of and ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods.
• Ability to recognize and recommend needed changes in user and/or operations procedures.
• Basic knowledge of software engineering principles.
• Strong knowledge of at least one programming language.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

None.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand.
• Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May work extended hours, evening and weekends.

WORK STANDARDS (from JDL):

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/2568988

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.







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