IT SW Engineer - Backend API (Remote - USA)

Company: Cepheid
Location: Austin
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world---s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we---re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world---s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Backend API Engineer is responsible for building API---s for multiple products and creating back-end services and APIs.-- Working with UI/UX design team to bridge the gap between graphic design and technical implementation. Working with front-end engineers to develop appropriate APIs that will work as the service layer. This position is part of the Software Engineering team and will be a USA remote. At Cepheid, our mission is delivering A Better Way to improve patient outcomes by enabling access to molecular diagnostic testing everywhere. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work closely with the design and development team, taking UI/UX designs and integrating them into new and existing applications.
• Write API---s in Node JS, and Java, deploy and run them in Lambda and Fargate (AWS).
• Implement serverless technology architecture with AWS API Gateway, AWS Lambda.
• Working closely with ops team to create and automate CI/CD pipelines in Gitlab.
• Test and maintain application code and other application elements to ensure proper functionality, resource optimization, and effective security.
• Optimize applications and APIs for maximum speed, scalability and accessibility. The essential requirements of the job include:
  • Bachelor---s degree in the areas of Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or relate field of study plus 5+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency with React.js, Node.js, Java and Go.
  • Experience with GraphQL and REST API development.
  • Good experience with AWS services --- Lambda, API Gateway, Fargate, S3, Cloudfront, DynamoDB, RDS, Cognito, SQS, SES).
  • Experience with Git, CI/CD concepts, and Agile principles of software development. Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it---s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com. When you join us, you---ll also be joining Danaher---s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you---ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization. Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heard. We believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we---ll empower you to push the boundaries of what---s possible. If you---ve ever wondered what---s within you, there---s no better time to find out. #L1-WT1; #LI-Remote When you join us, you---ll also be joining Danaher---s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you---ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies require all US and Puerto Rico employees to be vaccinated against COVID---19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve.-- Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.The EEO posters are available here.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.If you---ve ever wondered what---s within you, there---s no better time to find out.

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