Principal Software Development Engineer

The Role: 

Moderna Services, Inc. seeks a Principal Software Development Engineer for its Norwood, Massachusetts location.

Here’s What You’ll Do: 

• Develop enterprise-scale microservice applications using Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud.

• Design and implement web applications using NodeJS, Angular 15, Typescript, Sequelize, PostgreSQL, AWS S3, AWS SNS, & AWS SQS.

• Implement unit test cases for API and end to end test cases using Jest and Cypress.

• Implementing Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment for apps to ensure continuous delivery in AWS cloud with unit tests integrated.

• Ensure application security by addressing any open vulnerabilities reported by Synk.

• Maintain code quality. 

• Reduce the technical debt and increase code maintainability.

• Perform code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding guidelines.

• Support end users in production environment by implementing bug fixes and conducting demos.

• Serve as a functional product owner to define tickets in JIRA and maintain the JIRA board including the product roadmap.

• Writing UAT test plan to help end users test all possible scenarios before feature go-live in production.

• Develop and maintain confluence documents for the web application’s system architecture, user workflows, entity relationship (ER diagram), release notes, and design documents.

• Lead multiple applications and mentor a team of engineers.

• Drive standups, sprint planning, and backlog refinement meetings.

• Telecommuting permitted 2 days per week.

 
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Minimum requirements: 

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 6 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience as a Full Stack Developer, Senior Systems Analyst, Module Lead, or related position. 

• 6 years of experience must include: 

• Writing code for UI with Angular, JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, Cascading & StyleSheets;

• Writing backend code with NodeJS and ExpressJS;

• Sequelize for Object Relational Mapping to query data; 

• Maintaining cloud infrastructure with AWS;

• PostgreSQL to write SQL queries; and 

• Team management and mentorship of software developers & engineers.

• Telecommuting permitted 2 day per week. 

 
Apply at https://modernatx.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/M_tx (Job ID: R17927) or email resume and cover letter to careers@modernatx.com with subject line: R17927. 

#DNI

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus a suite of voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to personalize your well-being journey
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investment opportunities
• Location-specific perks and extras

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. 

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. 

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. 

Our Working Model 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. 

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. 

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.  Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. 

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. 

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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