Associate Software Engineer, Full Stack Development

Company: Mathematica
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

The health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us. Due to the current situation related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we're leveraging our digital capabilities to ensure we can continue to recruit top talent at Mathematica. As your application progresses, you may be asked to use one of our digital tools to help you through your recruitment journey. If so, one of our colleagues will explain how these tools will be used throughout the recruitment process and will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. At Mathematica, we take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. We encourage staff to collaborate in developing creative solutions to difficult problems and to share the responsibility and enjoyment of carrying out complex research. Job DescriptionApply Now Associate Software Engineer, Full Stack Development Job ID 1157-4 Position Description:
Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company's growth and financial strength.

You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance We are seeking an Associate level Full-Stack Software Engineer--to join our Application Development and Visualization Group. We are open to candidates with--zero to five years of experience.In this role, you will:

• Build applications and web platforms that can be used to manage, clean, and analyze datasets
• Create data presentation-layers in the form of static reports and interactive dashboards
• Manage and ensure the quality of large datasets
• Work with policy researchers to understand requirements for web-based products
• Work both independently and on a team
• Be self-driven to learn, push new ideas, and teach others
• Gain fluency in a designated specialty such as:
  • Data Visualization Design
  • UI/UX Design
  • QA Testing
  • Deployment/Architecture
  • Security Position Requirements:
    You have:
    • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other relevant field or equivalent experience
    • 0-5 years of professional experience as a Software Developer or similar role
    • An understanding of how web applications work
    • Intermediate knowledge of JavaScript (D3 experience preferable)
    • Proficiency in any Server Side language (C#, Java, Ruby, Python)
    • Familiarity with Relational Databases
    • A strong desire to improve society through evidence-based research Various federal agencies with whom we contract require that staff successfully undergo a background investigation or security clearance as a condition of working on the project. If you are assigned to such a project, you will be required to obtain the requisite security clearance.
      
      We are committed to providing opportunities and support to underrepresented groups in technology and value diversity on our team. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. COVID-19 considerations: We are currently work from home until we determine it is safe to return to our offices. Laptop and requisite software will be provided." To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, undergraduate/graduate transcripts (unofficial version is fine),--location preference, and salary expectations at time of application.
      
      This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $60,000 to $75,000. This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance. Available Locations: Washington, DC; Woodlawn, MD; Ann Arbor, MI; Cambridge, MA
      
      We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Apply Now If you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete any part of the application process, you can request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Department humanresources@mathematica-mpr.com or 609-799-3535 . Accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. EEO is the Law Click here to learn more about your rights as an applicant. About this location Check out where you could be working before you apply. Select Interests Select a job category from the list of options. Search for a location and select one from the list of suggestions. Finally, click "Add" to create your job alert. Job Category Location
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