"Software Engineer - Coding"

Overview

The Software Engineer designs, modifies, develops, writes, and implements software programming applications. The role involves supporting and/or installing software applications and operating systems, and participating in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing, and certification of software. The Software Engineer collaborates with other developers and scientists, creates documentation and training materials, and supports workshops and meetings. This position will create user-friendly online platforms and integrate models for various projects, with a focus on developing scalable, high-quality software solutions and innovative informatics tools. The role requires a strong programming background, expertise in building online interfaces, and experience with data analysis and visualization.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Proven experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, and SQL.
2. Familiarity with cloud service platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
3. Proficiency in cloud computing environments and large databases.
4. Strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and web development frameworks.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking abilities, and experience with machine learning or natural language processing.
6. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with relevant work experience; advanced degrees preferred.
2. Experience with front-end and back-end development, including frameworks like React or Angular.
3. Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices in web development.
4. Experience with project management tools and methodologies, such as Agile or SCRUM.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Develops programs or systems of small to moderate size and complexity. Modifies existing systems at all levels of difficulty.
2. Provides informational input into decisions concerning the development and delivery of applications, programs and systems. Defines and analyzes requirements to meet the expectations of stakeholders and intended end user needs, scheduled timeline, and budgetary targets.
3. Analyzes, defines and designs new systems and applications. Writes code in support of business solutions.
4. Responsible for the creation, definition, communication, and management of project plans which includes architectural design, technology selection and methodologies to apply.
5. Troubleshoots problems and provide ongoing maintenance and support for applications and systems.
6. Prepares documentation, user manuals and develops formal proposals for new systems and modifications to existing systems. Mentors technical staff and provide training for end users.
7. Contributes in the development of policies or modifications to exiting policies.
8. Applies and keeps current with existing and emerging technologies and methodologies. Provides ongoing input to the establishment of programming standards, procedures, and methodologies.
9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in a related field and two years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $120,500.00

Location

101 College Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Job Category

Professional

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)