Trainee Python Developer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Proficiency in Python and SQL, with hands-on experience in data analysis, statistical modeling, and AI evaluation.
• Expertise in developing and implementing algorithms (e.g., neural networks, clustering, embedding models). 
• Expertise in full-cycle application development, including design, testing, deployment, and optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to define and address complex technical challenges.
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead structured team development projects, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality outcomes.
• Solid foundation in probability and statistics, including power analysis, hypothesis testing, and uncertainty quantification (e.g., constructing confidence intervals, bootstrapping).
• Experience in AI model evaluation, including performance metric selection, fairness and bias assessment, and data visualization.
• (Preferred) Direct collaboration with clinicians, evidenced by first-author publications in medical journals and/or co-development of clinically-facing tools.
• (Preferred) Experience with real-world clinical data models and standards (e.g., FHIR, OMOP) is strongly preferred.
• (Preferred) Experience monitoring deployed AI tools, including performance drift detection, alerting, and iterative model updating.
• (Preferred) Experience with prospective AI evaluations, including clinical trial design, real-world validation, and sample size estimation.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Expertise in designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications.
• Proficiency with application design and data modeling. 
• Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications. 
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients.
• Ability to lead activities on structured team development projects.
• Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods. 
• Knowledge of application domain. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. 
• Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand. 
• Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work extended hours, evening and weekends.
• Travel on campus to school/units

WORKING STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.

The expected pay range for this position is $138,402 - $163,985 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. 
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4822
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: J
• Requisition ID: 109364
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible