Job Title: Software Developer
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Remote

Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to develop and maintain an internal R package and to develop R-based ETL scripts for basic data engineering and QC of biomarker data.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute and expand functionality to our internally developed R package. Coordinate with coworkers to ensure compatibility within code base.
• Test, debug and document software applications. Commit changes to git-based source version control.
• Consult with users and stakeholders to ensure that requirements are met.
• Effectively communicate technical ideas to colleagues across functions and domains.
• Analyze data specification documents, design logic, and write coded ETL scripts in the R programming language. Maintain and ensure that ETL pipelines run as expected.

Qualifications:

• M.S. or equivalent in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required.
• 1 year or more of software development work experience.
• Prior experience within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or a related life sciences industry.
• Fluency in the R programming environment and a comfort working in Linux.
• Proficient in good coding/software development best practices and the use of Git/GitHub.
• Python and SQL coding knowledge to support adjacent QC responsibilities.
• Be flexible and thrive in an evolving environment.
• Adapt to change quickly and adjust work accordingly in a positive manner.
• Excellent listening, time management, organizational, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with workflow languages such as Airflow/Nextflow/Snakemake/CWL.
• Experience with cloud computing environments (AWS or Azure).
• Use of CI/CD integrations with GitHub.

Hard Skills:

• R programming
• Pharma, Health Care Data Familiarity
• Attention to Details
• Communication (articulate status of project)
   

Preferred Skills:

• Linux
• Git and GitHub
   

Interview Process:

• Teams (Camera-On)
• Panel 1-2 attendee's

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 45.00/hr.