Senior Software Developer (C++)

Role overview

Develop and maintain software and information retrieval systems that support biological sequence annotation, data curation, and access to large scientific repositories. The work combines C++ engineering, distributed data processing, database design, and bioinformatics collaboration. The developer will help implement efficient algorithms alongside scientists, bioinformaticians, and other engineers, while sharing knowledge and adapting to evolving tools.

Responsibilities

- Design, implement, test, and maintain bioinformatics software and information retrieval systems. - Collaborate with scientific and engineering colleagues to develop efficient algorithms for biological data. - Work with large datasets and distributed computing environments, including relational database systems. - Keep current with internal systems and new technologies, and share relevant knowledge with the team.

Requirements

- At least five years working with large volumes of data or distributed computing. - Programming experience in a Linux environment and proficiency in C++. - Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, relational database design, and query or schema optimization. - Fluency in at least one scripting language such as Bash, csh, Perl, or Python.

Nice to have

- Five or more years working with genetic or biological data. - Python or JavaScript proficiency and familiarity with their ecosystems. - Experience with MongoDB or another NoSQL database, containers such as Docker, and cloud technologies. - Familiarity with CI/CD, unit, integration, or regression testing, and GitHub.

Benefits and work setup

The full-time position offers onsite work in Bethesda, Maryland and/or remote work. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; an employer-contributed 401(k); paid holidays and vacation; and tuition reimbursement. The listed target salary range is $115,000–$150,000, with compensation dependent on experience and location.