University of Michigan · 9 hours ago
Web Application Software Engineer Senior
The University of Michigan is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Web Application Software Engineer to support their Center for Statistical Genetics. This role involves developing user-facing web applications for genetic research, working with large datasets, and collaborating with field experts to visualize complex scientific data.
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Responsibilities
Work with field experts to conceptualize and implement web-based user interfaces and visualizations of complex scientific data
Help design computer systems to balance cost, performance, and user needs
Maintain comprehensible and thorough documentation for code and applications
Implement strategies for monitoring and collecting use metrics
Diagnose and fix software issues
Investigate and patch software security vulnerabilities detected during automated scans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in a related role displaying strong personal initiative, a drive for continuous improvement, demonstrated end-to-end responsibility for mission-critical services and excellent problem-solving skills
Proficiency in developing modern web-based user interfaces with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
Experience building dynamic web-based visualizations using libraries such as D3.js or three.js
Experience connecting front-end web application components with HTTP APIs
Experience writing and documenting high-quality code using version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN, etc.)
Experience with continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, Travis CI, etc.)
Strong knowledge of web security best practices
Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts effectively
Preferred
Knowledge of common scientific plotting techniques
Prior experience in a FISMA-compliant environment
Experience in server-side web development using high-level languages such as Python, Node.js and Java
Benefits
Generous time off, including family leave
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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Funding
Current Stage
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$359.75MKey Investors
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2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
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