Software Developer - Python/Java

Summary

Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Senior Software Developer to support their work for the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine (NLM). The role involves developing and enhancing software applications that support the Human Variation product line, focusing on Java and Python to deliver high-quality user experiences.

Responsibilities

• Build robust, performant, user-facing web applications in Python/Django supporting millions of daily users
• Develop, create, and ship new functionality for user interaction and scientific data backend, using modern APIs and frameworks
• Work as an integral part of an agile product team to deliver an unbelievably great user experience
• Deliver responsive, accessible, mobile-friendly code of high quality (automated test/build/deploy)

Skills

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Strong Java and Python experience integrating applications with large SQL databases
• Experience working with highly available, high traffic web applications
• The ability to work with a detail-oriented team on software development tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to troubleshoot technical roadblocks and mitigate risks
• Software development experience in a Linux environment (3+ Years)
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and SQL (3+ years)
• Experience working with SQL databases (3+ years)
• Ability to work with common structured documents (XML, JSON, CSV)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, unit tests, integration, and regression testing
• Experience with version control systems like Git or SVN
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and team player

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Strong Java and Python experience integrating applications with large SQL databases
• Experience working with highly available, high traffic web applications
• The ability to work with a detail-oriented team on software development tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to troubleshoot technical roadblocks and mitigate risks
• Software development experience in a Linux environment (3+ Years)
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and SQL (3+ years)
• Experience working with SQL databases (3+ years)
• Ability to work with common structured documents (XML, JSON, CSV)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, unit tests, integration, and regression testing
• Experience with version control systems like Git or SVN
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and team player

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k plan with employer contribution
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition reimbursement