Software Engineer (Fresh graduate welcome)

Laboratory of Data Discovery for Health Limited

  • Hong Kong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Laboratory of Data Discovery for Health (D24H), a start-up company incorporated by The University of Hong Kong (HKU) that is led by senior faculty members of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at HKU. The D24H sets to play pivotal role in gathering and curating massive, unique data resources and to develop new, deep, frontier analytics in protecting global public health and improving individual healthcare through precision medicine.Applications are invited for appointment as Software Engineer, to commence as soon as possible for up to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.The appointee will join the Laboratory of Data Discovery for Health (D24H), a start-up company incorporated by The University of Hong Kong (HKU) that is led by senior faculty members of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at HKU. The appointee shall join a team of software engineers and bioinformaticians to develop cloud research platforms. For the details of our research highlights, please visit our company website at AI-Metagenomic platform to identify emerging pathogens.Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement software components for the Cloud Research Platform;
  • Test and debug code to ensure high-quality software development;
  • Collaborate with other team members to develop new features and improve platform functionality; and
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in software engineering and genomics research.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplines;
  • Demonstrate good command in Python, Javascript and Bash;
  • Excellent English communication skill; and
  • Preferable Attributes:
  • Experience in using cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), in particular in implementing OAuth, Payment System, and Web Dashboard
  • Experience / Interest in working with genomics data
Applicants with less experience may be considered for appointment as Junior Software Engineer.A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Applicants should click "Apply Now" and attach an application letter and a detailed resume stating the current and expected salary.The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes, and may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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