Java Software Developer

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Guidehouse is Seeking a Java Developer to Support NIH NEI program. This opportunity is for 3 Month employment with the Opportunity to transition to a Long term.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in ongoing development of Laboratory Information Management System for sample tracking, meta-data recording and flow control for a clinical laboratory and high-throughput DNA sequencing facility.

• Work with management and staff to understand laboratory workflows and define requirements to facilitate sample receipt, processing, location management and delivery documentation.

• Optimize workflows to improve efficiency, fault tolerance and error trapping / recovery.

• Collaborate with the team members on requirements analysis, design, configuration, change and risk management, documentation, planning, accessibility remediation and compliance, and security and quality assurance.

• Participate in prototyping and testing of new software.

• Prepare documentation and provide end-user training and support as necessary;

• Establish productive working relationships and maintain effective communications with teammates and end-users.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field

• Strong ability to code to support back end development and some front end support as well.

• Three (3) years of object-oriented design and data modeling experience using modern technologies.

• Three (3) years developing software using Java and related technologies/frameworks.

• Three (3) years of experience working with databases and SQL queries.

• Knowledge and expertise in the following program languages/technologies: Spring, Bootstrap, XML, SQL, MySQL, Maven, JUnit, Web Service, REST. 

• Demonstrated professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work with a production team, actively participating in design and testing, and troubleshooting software.

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.

• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.

• Willingness to learn the biological concepts of modern molecular biology and NextGen Sequencing.

• Prior experience working at the National Institutes of Health is a plus.

• Scripting experience using AngularJS and/or React.

• Linux experience.

• Azure or AWS experience.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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