Senior Software Engineer (Enterprise Business Systems)

Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care?

Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care.

Who we are:

ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, commits to quality, and values inclusion. Our culture, ASCO Works – Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance.

Who we are looking for:

Join us at ASCO as a Senior Software Engineer within our Information Technology Department and take on a pivotal role in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of software solutions that align with our mission to conquer cancer through research, education, and equitable patient care.

You will contribute to delivering top-notch software solutions and products aligning with the organization's goals and objectives.

Remote candidates welcome or primary location in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

1. Lead the design, development, maintenance, and documentation of ASCO applications, services, and analytics.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and high-performing software solutions.
3. Experiment with and learn new technologies that can enhance our software products, promoting innovation within the team.
4. Champion Agile software development principles within the team. Ensure adherence to best practices, including version control, code reviews, documentation, and software design aimed at longevity and improvement.
5. Identify, communicate, and effectively manage risks associated with software development projects. Provide solutions and recommendations to mitigate potential issues.
6. Collaborate with other teams to drive change, influence product and process decisions, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent relevant experience
2. 5 years’ experience with web development
3. Proficient in at least one client side (JavaScript, TypeScript, etc.) and one server-side scripting language (Python, C#, .NET, PHP, etc.)
4. Proficient at developing Lambda functions in Python
5. Proficient with cloud-based technologies and serverless computing models (AWS preferred)
6. Hands-on experience working with relational, NoSQL and Graph technologies
7. Hands-on experience and knowledge of ElasticSearch/OpenSearch
8. Hands-on experience with GraphQL services, resolvers and schemas using AWS AppSync (VTL Scripts) and/or Apollo
9. Actively participate in team success by sharing knowledge and expertise

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Experience with Agile development methodologies
2. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform)
3. Experience with database technologies such as DynamoDB, Aurora, MySQL, PostgreSQL, ArangoDB, and Redis
4. Hands-on experience with modern front-end frameworks (eg. React, Vue.js, Angular)
5. Experience with domain-driven architectures and test-driven development
6. Proficient in using AWS CLI and SDKs
7. Experience with Continuous Delivery models
8. Experience working with Identity Management platforms and protocols such as OKTA, Microsoft Azure Active Directory, and OAuth
9. Familiarity with single sign-on (SSO) integrations

Competencies

1. A passion for quality, documentation, visibility, transparency, and metrics
2. A strong desire to drive process improvements and enhance efficiency through automation
3. Collaborative spirit with the ability to work effectively in team environments as well as independently
4. Ability to contribute to a culture that values diverse ideas, opinions, and creativity
5. Demonstrated sense of ownership and the discipline to follow issues through to resolution
6. Excellent communication skills, including written, with clear information conveyance
7. Ability to foster a supportive and collaborative team environment
8. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

ADA/Physical Requirements

Extended periods seated or standing at a desk

High use of computer and other office technology equipment

Travel

1-6 days/yr

Generous Benefits Package:

1. Hybrid Work Environment
2. Open Leave Policy
3. Paid Family Leave
4. 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year
5. Staff Appreciation Days
6. 401(k): 7.5% Employer Contribution
7. Medical/Dental/Vision
8. Employee Assistance Program
9. Fertility and Family Forming
10. Healthcare Concierge
11. Flexible Spending Account(s)
12. Healthcare Savings Account
13. Disability and Life Insurance

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organization’s culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.