Do you want to unfold your skills across back and frontend with deployment on top?
If your game is software development and you are looking for a non-standard job, where your personal efforts make sense at the next level, we believe that we have just what you are looking for.
In this unique position you will not be fenced and restricted to specific aspects of software development, and you will make your mark on prioritization as well as the specific handling of your tasks. You will get the opportunity to utilize everything you know and help us break new ground at the very forefront of what is possible.
At DTU Biosustain we develop the next generation (bio) technology using synthetic biology techniques. We create novel methods and technologies as a foundation for development of new environment friendly products, better and less energy consuming manufacturing processes, new medical treatments, climate friendly farming, etc. In other words, we try to solve some of the biggest challenges in the history of mankind, and you will get the chance to add your personal mark to this.
Translate user needs into possible software solutions for data management, search and data analysis You will join a new team with the mission to take DTU Biosustain’s laboratory management systems to the next level. Your and your team mates’ work will provide applications to enable efficient and accurate information capture, extraction and analysis; You will be building the foundation for world-class scientific results.
You will work closely with skilled scientists and subject matter experts to help them translate needs into possible software solutions. As such, you will get a unique opportunity to work with frontend and backend development as well as deployment and application monitoring. Your primary tasks will be to:
- Build, deploy and maintain software applications for our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and search applications
- Generate and maintain proper documentation of activities
- Depending on your background and interests, you may also prototype and collaborate on solutions for data analysis and processing of biological data
You can look forward to being part of a leading research and education institution in Europe where on-going development of skills and knowledge is a part of the foundation. You will have great flexibility, as trust and respect are some of the values we build our results on. Our work is centred around an agile mindset, where we use a combination of Scrum and Kanban
Software geek with an open mind and motivation for acquiring new knowledge
We are looking for a colleague that likes to create results based on knowledge sharing and open-minded collaboration. Related to this, you must be willing to work in an international environment with colleagues and partners from all over the world. This calls for your open-minded and pragmatic approach towards cultural and professional differences, sometimes seasoned with a spoonful of patience. Additionally, your CV comprises:
- A degree in software development/computational science
- Knowledge of and motivation for building further skills within the below mentioned technologies:
- Persistence and caching: PostgreSQL, Redis
- Web service: Python 3, Flask, SQLAlchemy
- Web interface: Angular, Angular Material, TypeScript, JavaScript
- Deployment & CI: NGINX, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Github Actions
- Clouds: Google and Azure
- Motivation for working with Laboratory Information Management Systems and natural science related software
Further information
If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact Lea Sommer, Head of the Research Data Management team at lemad@biosustain.dtu.dk
If necessary, we will set up an additional phone call to ensure your understanding of the job and your many opportunities.
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.
Application
Please submit your online application no later than 16 January 2022.
Apply online here: Software Developer – help build a better world
Open the “Apply online” link - applications must be submitted in English as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration including CV, cover letter, diploma and if relevant list of publications.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain)
Recent progress in our ability to read and write genomic code, combined with advances in automation, analytics and data science, has fundamentally changed the scope and ambition of harnessing the potential of biological systems. Big data approaches and analysis of biological systems are key research instruments at the Center. DTU Biosustain utilizes these advances for microbial cell factory design to foster sustainable lifestyles in relation to three application areas: Sustainable Chemicals, Natural Products, and Microbial Foods. Learn more at biosustain.dtu.dk
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear vision to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That vision lives on today. DTU has 12,900 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
