Hybrid Software Developer

at Sequence Bio

• Job title: Software Developer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: AWS, Cloud, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, SQL
• Location requirements: Hybrid, St John's, Canada

About the role

• Software Developer supporting the development of web applications for genetic research at Sequence Bio. Working on enhancing security, data integrity, and core system functionalities in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Build modern, responsive web solutions and maintain core system health through proactive troubleshooting.
• Leverage CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles to automate software delivery.
• Design relational data models and manage SQL-based database environments.
• Champion process improvements, from deployment checklists to automated testing.
• Dedicated to mastery in software engineering and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Protect all data in accordance with the company's policies and work proactively and collaboratively with the security department in the event of any security issues that come to your attention.
• A commitment to flexible working hours during peak project deployment is required.
• Willing to take initiative; create and take on new responsibilities as our company continues to grow.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or CEO.

Requirements

• 2+ years of production experience building web applications, with a focus on Ruby on Rails or similar MVC frameworks.
• Background in Ruby, Python, or JavaScript, with the versatility to work across different languages and tech stacks.
• Experience in architecting RESTful services and seamlessly integrating third-party web services.
• Ability to perform optimization and performance tuning to ensure system scalability and speed.
• Familiarity with design patterns and clean coding principles to ensure long-term maintainability.
• Well-versed in Agile methodologies, emphasizing iterative growth and efficient sprint cycles.
• Experience managing and deploying applications via AWS or other major cloud providers.
• A detail-oriented mindset capable of deconstructing and solving intricate technical challenges.
• A team-first attitude with a passion to learn, share knowledge, and mentor others through proactive communication.

Benefits

• Fair and equitable salary
• Competitive stock option plan
• RRSP matching
• Flexible PTO
• Learning and professional development allowance
• Progressive health plan
• Wellness spending account
• Generous parental and family leave