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NIH-NCBI

Full Stack Developer - Python/Django/ReactJS

NIH-NCBI, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811


Overview

Black Canyon Consulting

(BCC)

is searching for a

Full Stack Developer - Python/Django/ReactJS

to support our work for the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine (NLM), an institute of the National Institutes of Health. This opportunity is full time and onsite at the NIH-NCBI in Bethesda, MD and/or remote work.

The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) is part of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NCBI is the world's premier biomedical center hosting over six million daily users that seek research, clinical, genetic, and other information that directly impacts biomedical research and public health - at NCBI you can literally help to accelerate cures for diseases! NCBI's wide range of applications, platforms (node, python, Django, C++, you name it) and environments (big data [petabytes], machine learning, multiple clouds) serve more users than almost any other US Government Agency according to https://analytics.usa.gov/.

You will join NCBI's team of web developers and software engineers to build robust, flexible web applications, APIs, and services. This role calls for an expert web developer - with knowledge and experience in modern web development, testing, UI design and usability principles, and ability to work effectively with user researchers, designers, product managers, scientists, security and DevOps engineers

Duties & Responsibilities:

Build robust, performant, user-facing web applications in Python/Django supporting millions of daily usersDevelop, create, and ship new functionality for user interaction and scientific data visualization, using modern APIs and frameworksWork as an integral part of an agile product team to deliver an unbelievably great user experienceDeliver responsive, accessible, mobile-friendly code of high quality (automated test/build/deploy)Required qualifications :BS in Computer Science or scientific field (engineering, physics), or equivalent experience3+ years of Full stack Web applications development, using Python, Django and ReactJS.Understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3Experience with relational database modeling and data migrationUnderstanding of accessibility and security complianceExperience with version control systems like Git or SVNExcellent verbal and written communication skills and team playerPreferred qualifications:Experience developing Django web applications and servicesWorking experience with JavaScript Frameworks such as Angular and ReactJSExperience using web services and RESTful APIsFamiliarity with search engines and backends (Lucene, Solr)Semantic markup and modern web layout techniquesAutomated regression testing with SeleniumProficient understanding of Git version control systemExperience with agile development processesExcellent teamwork, communication and collaboration skillsBenefits and Salary

We attract the best people in the business with our competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k plan with employer contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and tuition reimbursement.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and location. The targeted range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000.

If you enjoy being a part of a high performing, professional service and technology focused organization, please apply today!