Senior Web Developer

Primary Work Address: 4000 Jones Bridge Road, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815

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Summary:

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is a nonprofit that advances the discovery and sharing of scientific knowledge to benefit us all. As a biomedical research organization, HHMI supports a vibrant community of academic researchers, educators, students, and professionals. HHMI’s Investment team is responsible for an endowment with net assets of approximately $24 billion, and invests globally through long-term partnerships with elite external investment managers.

The Senior Web Developer will develop, improve, and maintain web-based and web-enabled applications (mix of custom-developed and SaaS platforms) that support the business processes of the Investments Department. They will be an integral part of our Investment Capabilities team; a DevOps team that services the systems, tools, and processes that make up the Investment Systems Ecosystem. They will do this across the full development lifecycle: system analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, training, deployment, production support. The position requires a blend of functional and technical skills which include customer interaction, software design, system integration and process design, back-end database design, as well as the ability to design, implement, and support technical data integrations among systems and develop custom data reports and dashboards.

This role will follow our hybrid model which includes reporting in person to our headquarters in Chevy Chase, MD two days each week.

We encourage qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States to apply. Please note we are not able to sponsor a visa for this position at this time.

What we deliver:

• A role that is uniquely positioned to have an impact across the scientific landscape because of its ability to provide outstanding solutions and support that enable our people and advance our scientific mission.
• Support the Investment team that handles one of the largest endowments in the world.
• A company that fosters a healthy work life balance.
• A team that believes in continuous learning and cultivates an environment where all members of the team help each other.
• A competitive compensation package that includes up to $10,000 in educational reimbursement each year and a significant budget for professional development.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and deploy web applications using ReactJS, C#, .NET Web API, the Microsoft Power Platform and other relevant technologies in a hybrid on-prem/cloud environment.
• Architect application structure, object models, define dependencies, etc.
• Lead code reviews with other development resources as needed.
• Mentor more junior developers and other technical resources.
• Provide design documents, test plans, and test results for applications.
• Work independently as well as collaborate regularly with members of different teams to understand business needs in order to build comprehensive technology solutions.
• Use functional and technical knowledge of application configuration, objects, and business processes to identify and solve problems.
• Participate in agile/capability team processes, providing technical expertise to help advise sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and sprint reviews.
• Provide leadership in moving forward with technologies and standards for enterprise systems integration.
• Provide technical leadership and cross-training to peers in areas of expertise.
• Provide some architectural guidance for applications, and application infrastructure.
• Liaise with other IT teams to resolve complex application performance analysis.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, related field or combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Nine to thirteen years of experience in applications development in a variety of languages and platforms, such as Java/.NET/PHP/JavaScript.
  • Prefer Financial Services/Investment industry experience supporting SaaS platform integrations and custom application development.
• Experience building highly customized Web applications, preferably financial applications.
• Experience in a DevOps developer role across the full software development lifecycle: system analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, training, deployment, production support.
• Ability to integrate multiple systems into a single, cohesive ecosystem via APIs and file-based processes.
• Skilled with database software such as Oracle, MySQL, and MS SQL Server, including database design and query optimization.
• Ability to solve sophisticated application problems through analysis, experience, research and technical detective work, and problem solving. Strong attention to detail and an agile approach.
• An orientation toward customer service and responsiveness
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally technical details to business users in language they can understand.
• Demonstrated professionalism by maintaining professional composure and effectiveness in a constantly evolving environment with high customer expectations.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation Range

$124,879.04 (minimum) - $156,098.80 (midpoint) - $202,928.44 (maximum)

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer