Senior Backend Developer - Dimensions
We are Digital Science and we are advancing the research ecosystem.
We are a pioneering technology company, and our vision is of a future where a trusted and collaborative research ecosystem drives progress for all. We believe in better, open, collaborative and inclusive research. In creating the next generation of tools and working in partnership with the community we tackle some of the biggest challenges to research. In order to achieve our vision, we need innovative, inspiring and dynamic people to join our team. Want to join us?
What you’ll be doing
Purpose
- Develop Backend code for the different web applications (Dimensions & more)
Responsibilities
- Active involvement in design and development processes of the Digital Science’s products and technologies
- Plan, design and enhance automation frameworks, utilities and tools
- Contribute to our test suite
What you’ll bring to the role
Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in web development and Python
- Experience with at least 2 of the following technologies Python web frameworks (like Pyramid, FastAPI or similar), Nginx, PostgreSQL and SOLR
- Experience in the following technologies would be a plus, but is not required: Distributed systems, Rust, Docker, Kubernetes, Javascript frontend frameworks and build tools
Skills
- Familiarity with Linux and knowledge of basic Linux system administration tasks
- Understanding of agile methodologies
- Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
- Must be a self-learner, possessing inherent inquisitiveness
- Excellent interpersonal, communications and organizational skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English
Qualification
- Minimum Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent
Our vision and values
We invest in, nurture and support innovative businesses and technologies that make all parts of the research process more open, efficient and effective.
The talent we secure is fundamental to us achieving our vision and our growth plans. The values we live by are:
We are brave in the pursuit of better
We are collaborative and inclusive
We are always open-minded
We are from and for the community
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
About Digital Science
Digital Science is a technology company working to make research more efficient.
We invest in, nurture and support innovative businesses and technologies that make all parts of the research process more open and effective.
Our portfolio includes admired brands including Altmetric, Anywhere Access, Dimensions, Figshare, ReadCube, Symplectic, IFI Claims, GRID, Ripeta, Writefull, Gigantum and Overleaf.
We believe that together, we can help researchers make a difference.
Desired Skills
Contact Info
- Company Website: https://www.digital-science.com/
