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Back-end Web Developer (Python)

Zymo Research

Back-end Web Developer (Python)

Irvine, CA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Back-end Web Developer (Python)

     

    Zymo Research is a fast-paced, dynamic life science research company in Orange County, CA. We are seeking an experienced Python web developer to contribute to a customer facing data-rich web project and other projects. This position would be contract based and conversion to permanent position based on performance is possible. Working remotely during COVID-19 pandemic is possible.

     

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Work closely with other developers to design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve data-driven web applications.
    • Provide technical leadership and mentoring on the topic of web development and cloud computing to the development team.
    • Work closely with the Project Manager, scientists, and other internal stakeholders to support the growing customer base and business needs.

     

    SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

    • BS/MS degree in Computer Science or similar technical field of study, or Bioinformatics with relevant experience.
    • Significant experience with Python web frameworks such as Django and Flask.
    • Significant experience building REST API’s and applications for serverless environments.
    • Significant experience with AWS (EC2, Batch, S3, RDS, etc) and connecting AWS services with web backend.
    • Experience with designing, building and interacting with SQL databases.
    • Willingness to follow best practices for code/system documentation and revision control.

    PLUSES

    • Experience with deploying complicated web application, preferably on AWS.
    • Experience with DevOps tools and practices.
    • Experience with bioinformatics tools and data analysis.
    • Basic understanding of popular front-end frameworks such as React.

    Company Description

    Larry Jia, M.D., founded Zymo Research Corporation in 1994. With humble beginnings, he started manufacturing the first DNA/RNA extraction and purification products for E. coli and yeast out of a garage in Orange, California. Today, Zymo Research is a multi-million dollar company with its headquarters based in Irvine, California. In addition to its California headquarters, Zymo Research has two international branches located in Freiburg, Germany and Beijing, China. The company's DNA and RNA extraction kits are used mainly by academic and biopharmaceutical scientists, who need to isolate and purify DNA/RNA from tissue, blood or serum samples. Zymo Research is also known for its epigenetics line of products used in DNA methylation detection and quantitation. They carved out a niche in this market by being an early adopter in the field of epigenetics and by offering a high-quality product. They are considered the leader in this market space. One of the keys to Zymo's success in the past 25 years has been their ability to listen to their customers and react quickly. Their tagline "The Beauty of Science is to Make Things Simple" is a mantra that is reflected in every one of their products. From epigenetics to RNA/DNA isolation, each product is designed to be both simple in use and robust in its performance. Inside Zymo Research Zymo Research's core beliefs are based on innovation, quality, and customer service. These three paradigms are ingrained in their company culture. They believe their products are the most reliable and uphold to the highest standards of quality in the industry as evidenced by their ISO 9001 certification. They have also received Frost & Sullivan's Best Practices Award for Leadership in Epigenetics Product Quality. OUR MISSION To provide the most reliable, innovative, and valuable biomedical tools and services to our customers through research and strategic development. OUR VISION To have a positive impact in the biomedical field and to contribute to the greater good of humanity. GOLDEN RULE " Treat others as you would like to be treated " . We strongly believe this principle dictates teamwork and open communication.

  • Locations
    Irvine, CA • Tustin, CA