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Software Engineering and Programming Specialist -ASP.NET/ Full Stack Developer

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Full-time

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Job description

Summary

Ready to launch your career at the intersection of technology and medical research? The Office of Research IT at BCM is seeking a motivated entry-level developer to help create web-based applications that drive groundbreaking biomedical research. If you have experience with ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and modern web technologies and are eager to learn, grow, and make a real-world impact, this is your opportunity to join a mission-driven team at the forefront of academic medicine.

Job Duties

•    Participates in the implementation and maintenance of software applications supported by Office of Research IT.
•    Proposes and develops solutions with the knowledge and understanding of how to integrate and use programming languages (e.g. C#), database management systems (e.g., SQL Server), Internet Tools (e.g., ASP.NET and JavaScript) and graphical software (e.g. SSRS). 
•    Develops and implements code to realize system design for software applications including web-based database applications and related software applications.
•    Maintains developed/implemented systems and re-evaluates when requirements and resources change. Analyzes existing system logic to diagnose deficiencies and/or make enhancements.
•    Produces system flow charts to describe existing and proposed systems.
•    Develops a realistic schedule complete with required resources, delivery dates and coordinates the timely implementation of the schedule.
•    Helps anticipate possible problems and takes a proactive role in their solutions. 
•    Designs test procedures and test data to debug coded software applications prior to their delivery to clients.
•    Documents software applications developed by Office of Research IT, including the maintenance of data dictionaries.
•    Participates in the development and review of documentation for software applications.
•    Responsible for the accuracy, understandability and maintenance of these documents.
•    Advises, trains and assists clients in the use of software applications developed and supported by the Office of Research IT. 
•    Assists in developing training materials for users.
•    Shows interest in continual learning of additional technical skills and software programming skills and staying current with the state of technology.
•    Continues education in computer science and information technology in order to propose and implement state-of-the-art concepts and technical solutions. 
•    Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Education Required: High School diploma or GED.
  • Experience Required: Four years of relevant experience.
  • Certification/Licenses/Registration: None Required.
Preferred Qualifications

•    Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
•    No experience required with a Bachelor's/Master's degree. 
•    Knowledge in programming with object-oriented languages like C#.
•    Knowledge in Internet-based applications and development like ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap.
•    Knowledge in database design, development and using database technologies like Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL.
•    Experience in Windows and UNIX operating systems.
•    Ability to take given specifications and generate code for functional applications.
•    Capable of participating in software/hardware release and installation tasks.
•    Ability to test and debug developed applications.
•    Must document all program and application development.
•    Ability to develop good user interfaces.
•    Ability to listen and ask appropriate questions.
•    Communicates with investigators and staff using effective verbal and writing skills.
•    Capable of working as a member of a team, maintaining one's composure in difficult situations. 

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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