TE59P4 Software Engineer - American Chemical Society
Columbus, OH
About the Job
Description
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
CAS is currently seeking a Software Engineer for our Technology Team. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Accountabilities:
Software Engineer is responsible for developing Life Sciences content curation and delivery system for the purpose of building life sciences databases that empower CAS proprietary life sciences search technologies. This role encompasses developing and deploying scientific software solutions in the life sciences information space to support transformational initiatives, delivering both short and long-term results to the business.
Software development of web-based workbenches in support of scientific content curation. Combines strong software development skills with a working knowledge of basic chemistry/physics/biology to develop sophisticated informatics solutions that drive efficiencies in content curation and workflow process. Applies web application development capabilities to contribute to the building of new scientific information management systems supporting in-house custom scientific database curation activities.
Qualifications
4-year degree in computer science, engineering, informatics, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of software development experience
Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript/Typescript
Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments
Experience with HTML/CSS
4+ years of JavaScript client development with at least one year of Angular 14 or later
Experience working directly with end users
Experience in the full software development lifecycle implementing applications using Node.js 16 or later is highly desired
Experience building applications for public cloud environments (AWS preferred) is highly desired
Experience building containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desired
Experience with CI/CD. Experience with AWS DevOps tools (CodeCommit, Cloud Development Kit, CDK Pipelines) is highly desired
Experience with XML is a plus
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Takes ownership of responsibilities of developing user-facing software
Leads continuous improvement efforts for developing and deploying software
Identifies problem and creates innovative solutions by leveraging broad experience and deep knowledge in full stack software development
Applies strategic thinking to formulate recommendations and solutions
Monitors progress, addresses project concerns, and mitigates risks
Plans and estimates delivery schedules
Demonstrates decision making and prioritization by exercising sound technical judgement
Supports leadership management in budget and strategic planning
Demonstrates capability of expanding skills and knowledge of industry
Mentors and coaches team members
Demonstrates strong communication, organizational savvy, interpersonal skills working with internal customers and technical team
CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Indi
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
CAS is currently seeking a Software Engineer for our Technology Team. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Accountabilities:
Software Engineer is responsible for developing Life Sciences content curation and delivery system for the purpose of building life sciences databases that empower CAS proprietary life sciences search technologies. This role encompasses developing and deploying scientific software solutions in the life sciences information space to support transformational initiatives, delivering both short and long-term results to the business.
Software development of web-based workbenches in support of scientific content curation. Combines strong software development skills with a working knowledge of basic chemistry/physics/biology to develop sophisticated informatics solutions that drive efficiencies in content curation and workflow process. Applies web application development capabilities to contribute to the building of new scientific information management systems supporting in-house custom scientific database curation activities.
Qualifications
4-year degree in computer science, engineering, informatics, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years of software development experience
Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript/Typescript
Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments
Experience with HTML/CSS
4+ years of JavaScript client development with at least one year of Angular 14 or later
Experience working directly with end users
Experience in the full software development lifecycle implementing applications using Node.js 16 or later is highly desired
Experience building applications for public cloud environments (AWS preferred) is highly desired
Experience building containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desired
Experience with CI/CD. Experience with AWS DevOps tools (CodeCommit, Cloud Development Kit, CDK Pipelines) is highly desired
Experience with XML is a plus
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Takes ownership of responsibilities of developing user-facing software
Leads continuous improvement efforts for developing and deploying software
Identifies problem and creates innovative solutions by leveraging broad experience and deep knowledge in full stack software development
Applies strategic thinking to formulate recommendations and solutions
Monitors progress, addresses project concerns, and mitigates risks
Plans and estimates delivery schedules
Demonstrates decision making and prioritization by exercising sound technical judgement
Supports leadership management in budget and strategic planning
Demonstrates capability of expanding skills and knowledge of industry
Mentors and coaches team members
Demonstrates strong communication, organizational savvy, interpersonal skills working with internal customers and technical team
CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Indi
Source : American Chemical Society
