Senior Software Engineer ( Multiple Openings) at United States Pharmacopeia
Rockville, MD
About the Job
Description
Who is USP?
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our
core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.
At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity,
Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our workan environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity, and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Job Duties:
Develop products through all phases of the software development cycle. Provide the full stack software prototyping and development support needed by the Digital & Innovation (D&I) division to enable it to rapidly explore new ways of making USPs data and knowledge available to stakeholders. Design and implement core backend services and cloud capabilities. Develop multiple fast-moving projects effectively in parallel at different stages of their development life cycle. Use iterative and agile approaches to software development with relevant D&I and IT staff. Implement prototype applications/software components to assess interest, utility, and feasibility of scale-up. Implement developer best practices. Telecommuting Permitted.
Requirements:
Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any) or related field. Two (2) years of experience in the job offered or a related software development position.
Must have two (2) years of experience with each:
- Designing, developing, and implementing Web Applications in Client/Server environments using Java/J2EE;
- Troubleshooting issues/bugs related to front end (HTML, CSS, JQuery, JavaScript), back end (Java, Servlets, JSP);
- Deploying application to the servers and monitor its performance from logs;
- Preparing Technical Design and User Training Documents; and
Performing code/peer reviews before committing the changes to master branch; make suggestions for better code and design practices focusing on re-usability, stability, and performance.
CONTACT: Please apply online at https://usp.jobs/ Refer to Job code #SSE1/20421.36.7.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Benefits
USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.
Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Category Information Technology
Job Type Full-Time