Chemical Abstracts Service
Software Engineer
Chemical Abstracts Service, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
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 117 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep enterprises 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.This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Accountabilities:
Develop software: work within an Agile delivery team developing software applications, services, and systems while enhancing CAS products and solutions.Enhance and maintain an existing online information-processing system based on a mix of Linux-based scripting applications, C/C++, and BAL.Partner with product management, delivery leads, and other technical staff to explore, prioritize, create solutions, breakdown work, coach others as needed, and drive software projects to successful completion.Production operational support: as part of a larger support team, troubleshoot reported issues, analyze potential solutions, implement, and deliver fixes as part of an organized change management system.Connect across the organization to build influential working relationships, preparing your career for tomorrow.Stay abreast of the latest technology trends relevant to your area through individual and team training opportunities.Qualifications:
4-year degree in computer science or computer engineering, or equivalent experience3-plus years of application software developmentHighly confident in navigating Unix/Linux operating systemsStrong experience in utilizing scripting languages such as Kshell/Bash/Perl/Python to accomplish complex tasks.C/C++ language experience is desired.Either prior experience with or willingness to learn IBM mainframe skills and BAL language.Experience working on Agile application delivery teams.Strong communication abilities: must be comfortable asking challenging questions and respectfully participating in, and sometimes leading, discussions with a diverse set of stakeholders and your own team.Passion for software engineering: seeking someone who actively learns new skills on the job and outside of work as needed. We are a team of developers that constantly seek to improve our craft, and we expect to work with people who have that same passion.Growth mindset: must be capable of identifying skill gaps in yourself and then help to constructively close those gaps to meet the needs of the assignment.
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.EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
CAS is currently seeking a Software Engineer.This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Accountabilities:
Develop software: work within an Agile delivery team developing software applications, services, and systems while enhancing CAS products and solutions.Enhance and maintain an existing online information-processing system based on a mix of Linux-based scripting applications, C/C++, and BAL.Partner with product management, delivery leads, and other technical staff to explore, prioritize, create solutions, breakdown work, coach others as needed, and drive software projects to successful completion.Production operational support: as part of a larger support team, troubleshoot reported issues, analyze potential solutions, implement, and deliver fixes as part of an organized change management system.Connect across the organization to build influential working relationships, preparing your career for tomorrow.Stay abreast of the latest technology trends relevant to your area through individual and team training opportunities.Qualifications:
4-year degree in computer science or computer engineering, or equivalent experience3-plus years of application software developmentHighly confident in navigating Unix/Linux operating systemsStrong experience in utilizing scripting languages such as Kshell/Bash/Perl/Python to accomplish complex tasks.C/C++ language experience is desired.Either prior experience with or willingness to learn IBM mainframe skills and BAL language.Experience working on Agile application delivery teams.Strong communication abilities: must be comfortable asking challenging questions and respectfully participating in, and sometimes leading, discussions with a diverse set of stakeholders and your own team.Passion for software engineering: seeking someone who actively learns new skills on the job and outside of work as needed. We are a team of developers that constantly seek to improve our craft, and we expect to work with people who have that same passion.Growth mindset: must be capable of identifying skill gaps in yourself and then help to constructively close those gaps to meet the needs of the assignment.
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.EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)