Software Engineer II

Job Ref:JR-7789

Location:450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215

Category:IT/Informatics

Employment Type:Full time

Work Location:Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite/week

Salary/Pay Rate:$100,980.00 - $112,200.00 per year

Overview

The Software Engineer II is responsible for developing research and/or clinical applications within DFCI, evaluating new technologies, mentoring team members, engaging product stakeholders, and writing product requirements.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• Code new software features and translate requirements into software implementation
• Write test suites, including: unit, integration and end-to-end tests
• Write technical documentation
• Maintain existing software
• Work and think independently
• Adapt to new technologies as required
• Mentor new team members
• Communicate project status, product requirements and write technical documentation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language, e.g. Python, JavaScript, Java, etc.
• Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Able to lead the development of individual components of software applications, such as a user interface, database layer or application logic. Able to participate in on-going maintenance of applications and can lead code reviews
• Proficient in two or more components of "full-stack" programming, including front-end, back-end, cloud or high-performance computing
• Able to optimize and deploy software applications for on-premise and/or cloud-native infrastructure
• Able to keep up-to-date with state-of-the-art software development tools and software development frameworks
• Able to communicate project status, product requirements and write technical documentation

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with a Master's degree potentially substituting for experience. A minimum of two years of experience is required, though relevant experience may also substitute for the degree.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT: None

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$100,980.00 - $112,200.00

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