Software Engineer II - IS Research
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

SUBFUNCTION DEFINITION:

Are you an IT professional with experience in design and integration in a complex academic health care setting? Do you work well in a collaborative environment focused on solving complex problems that can improve the lives of patients and their families? We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the Information Services for Research group at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, one of the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the country. In this role, you will engineer solutions supporting both institutional initiatives and grant-based projects, involving a variety of enterprise technologies and systems, both cloud-based and on-premises, aimed at accelerating discovery and improving health outcomes for patients and families.

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Support

• Design and implement software solutions independently, shaping the future of pediatric care.
  
• Utilize expertise in software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms to create robust, efficient systems.
  
• Participate in technical discussions, contributing to the development and testing of cutting-edge healthcare applications.
  

Business Process/Project Management

• Play a key role in project planning and execution, collaborating with seasoned professionals on impactful projects.
  
• Use Agile and Scrum methodologies to ensure timely task delivery while enhancing system performance and quality.
  
• Contribute to process improvements that benefit patients and their families.
  

Customer Service/Support

• Manage customer inquiries with empathy and precision, acting as the face of innovation.
  
• Provide efficient technical support, ensuring a seamless experience for healthcare professionals.
  
• Enhance patient care by resolving technical issues through technology.
  

Collaboration

• Work closely with a diverse team, engaging in paired programming and technical discussions that foster continuous improvement.
  
• Contribute to solving complex technical challenges under the guidance of experienced developers.
  
• Support the enhancement of healthcare systems through collaborative efforts.
  

Software Testing and Quality Assurance

• Take responsibility for ensuring software systems meet the highest standards.
  
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to detect software issues.
  
• Collaborate with development teams to resolve defects and make recommendations for system performance improvements.
  
• Support the hospital's mission by ensuring world-class healthcare through quality software solutions.
  

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
  
• 2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
  
• Strong proficiency in Python and Django, including experience with the Django templating system, building RESTful APIs, and developing complex web applications
  
• Experience with React, including working with component libraries like Material UI. Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux) and experience integrating front-end components with RESTful APIs
  
• Proficiency with relational databases, including writing complex queries, managing database performance, ensuring data integrity, and experience with Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) models
  

PREFERRED

• Bachelor's degree in a computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, data management, information systems, information science or a related quantitative field
  
• Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with business stakeholders in support of a departmental and/or multi-departmental data management and analytics initiative
  
• Familiarity with Git for version control, and experience with CI/CD pipelines
  
• Experience working in agile teams, attending stand-ups, and contributing to iterative development processes.
  
• Experience with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  
• Familiarity with healthcare or clinical research software and data security standards (HIPAA compliance)
  
• Exposure to unit testing and integration testing frameworks for both front and back ends
  

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
  
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
  
• Competitive retirement plans
  
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
  
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
  
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
  
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
  
• Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
  

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
South Campus

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Chief Research Information Off

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Salary Range
$89,024.00 - $113,235.20

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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