Software Engineer - Coding

Position Focus :

The Software Engineer - Coding is an entry level role and responsible for analysis, design implementation and maintenance activities within a specific focus area in the Information Technology Organization at Yale University.

The software engineer will be responsible for producing reusable, well-documented code for a variety of health care and biomedical research applications.

The incumbent will work as a team member in research projects as well as service applications.

Essential Duties

1. Works closely with experienced staff to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become proficient in area(s) of specialization.

Takes initiative to increase understanding of all job-related areas. 2. Assists in applying principals and methods of the functional area to problems in technical areas to arrive at viable solutions.

3. Perform analysis, design, implementation and maintenance activities within area(s) of focus. 4. Troubleshoot processes, issues and errors.

5. Participate in projects that solve business requirements. 6. Explore and propose creative information technology solutions to business problems.

7. Pursues opportunities for efficiencies and / or to achieve cost reduction. 8. Work with business and technical partners to resolve business issues and respond to ad hoc requests.

9. Ensure all work is in compliance with Yale University and Information Technology policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory requirements.

10. Complete additional assignments as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and no experience necessary.

Required Skill / Ability 1 :

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in front-end JavaScript framework (, Angular, REACT,

Required Skill / Ability 2 :

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in SQL queries, SQL-based report generation, and SQL-based data visualization.

Required Skill / Ability 3 :

Ability to code in Java, knowledge in cloud computing, and ability to work with Linux shell script and JavaScript.

Required Skill / Ability 4 :

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Skill / Ability 5 :

Computer Science or Engineering degree is preferred.

Drug Screen

Health Screening

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here :

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position.

Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.