Senior Software Engineer

Summary

The Senior Software Engineer will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and high-quality software solutions at Baylor Genetics. This role requires expertise in .NET Core/C#/Java, REST APIs, and SQL Server, with a strong understanding of OOP principles, SOLID principles, and Design Patterns. The ideal candidate will have experience with DevOps, Release Management, Microservices architecture, and cloud technologies. They will be responsible for end-to-end software development, system design, and writing well-documented, testable, and maintainable code while ensuring high software quality and performance.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or similar, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development with .NET Core/C#/Java.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SOLID principles, and Design Patterns.
• Hands-on experience in developing and consuming RESTful APIs
• Proficiency in SQL Server; experience with MongoDB is a plus.
• Experience with Microservices Architecture and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Release Management.
• Proficiency with Git and version control best practices.
• Experience in Unit Testing and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Strong system design and documentation
• Cloud experience (AWS/Azure) is a plus.
• Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum

Duties And Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-quality software applications.
• System Architecture: Design and implement microservices-based architectures and scalable backend solutions.
• API Development: Build and maintain RESTful APIs, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Database Management: Develop and optimize SQL Server queries; work with MongoDB as needed.
• Code Quality & Best Practices: Follow SOLID principles, design patterns, and clean coding standards.
• Testing & Automation: Implement unit tests, integration tests, and contribute to test automation.
• DevOps & Release Management: Work with CI/CD pipelines, optimize deployment workflows, and improve release management processes.
• Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive system design, API documentation, and development guidelines.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, QA, and Product teams, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Research and implement best practices to enhance system performance, security, and scalability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Areas Of Work

• Microservices & API Development: Design and maintain highly scalable microservices and APIs.
• System Optimization: Enhance system performance, scalability, and security.
• CI/CD & Release Management: Streamline DevOps processes for faster and reliable deployments.
• Cloud Integration: Explore and implement cloud-based solutions when needed.
• Code Quality & Testing: Foster a culture of quality with strong testing and documentation practices.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.

EEO Statement

Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.