We are seeking a Sr. Application Developer who can help develop and maintain applications to analyze and interpret millions of genotyped and sequenced human samples, and ensuring we deliver high quality and flexible tools to help scientists perform large scale genome-wide analyses. To enable the Regeneron Genetics Center to generate the knowledge necessary for delivering better medicines to patients, we must empower our scientists to efficiently generate and interact with results derived from millions of sequenced individuals. A proven track record of implementing scalable software tools in a cloud-based computing environment (i.e. AWS, DNAnexus, GCP) is essential for this role.

As a Sr. Application Developer, a typical day may include:

Implement new features to existing applications to fit users’ needs based on shifting state-of-the-art genetic analysis methods.

Modernize and optimize existing applications to improve performance.

Develop new applications and functions to support novel analysis types.

Maintain, optimize, and implement new features to web applications, API, and command line interface (CLI).

Interact with other developers in the team, work together on priority tasks, and help both back-end and front-end developers.

Provide user support by answering questions, understanding specific use cases, fixing bugs, and writing documentation.

Communicate with, brainstorm new ideas with, and collect feature requests from a variety of colleagues who are experts in analysis methods or are users of the tools you are developing.

This role could be for you if you:

Enjoy developing tools and solving challenging problems to aid scientists in performing creative analysis.

Enjoy directly interacting with users to identify and develop solutions for their needs.

Have a familiarity or strong interest in statistical genetics, human genetics or computational genomics.

Can effectively communicate methods and present code to a variety of technical audiences.

Enjoy working in a highly interactive environment with a diverse team of colleagues.

To be considered for this role, you must have at least a master’s degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with minimum 4 years relevant experience in Computational Biology or a related field. A doctorate degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field is also encouraged. Expertise in web application and/or software development. Experience working on a Linux/UNIX command line, SQL database and can develop code in a high-level programming language like Python. Experience in developing web applications with python and/or javascript (i.e. Flask and React), data visualization with d3 and canvas. Experience in continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD) is preferred. Experience contributing to the development of open-source bioinformatics tools using standard methodologies in version control. Experience working with biological or genomics data is a plus. Must be onsite at least 3 days a week (non-negotiable).

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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

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