Software Developer

About Us:  At Prescience Insilico, we are at the forefront of innovation in scientific software solutions. We specialize in creating cutting-edge software tools tailored for the R&D in the Life Science and Materials Science industries and academia. Our mission is to empower researchers, scientists, and institutions with the tools they need to accelerate discoveries and breakthroughs in these critical fields. We also collaborate with the pharma, materials, chemical, and energy industries to accelerate their R&D through AI/ML and computational modeling and simulations.  Role Summary The Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that are integral to the organization’s operational efficiency and strategic goals. This role encompasses the full software development lifecycle — from requirement analysis and system design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Leveraging a diverse technology stack that includes Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, PyQt6, Flask, Django, Django REST Framework (DRF), React.js, Node.js, Express.js, HTML, CSS (with frameworks like Tailwind/Bootstrap), Docker, and Shell Scripting, the developer builds scalable, secure, and high-performance applications. The role also involves managing and integrating various database technologies such as MySQL, SQLite, and MongoDB to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval. Additionally, familiarity with version control systems like Git and Bitbucket, as well as development of best practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD), code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines, is essential. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to coding standards, and a focus on continuous improvement to ensure that software solutions consistently meet business objectives and technical requirements. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications using Python and  JavaScript. • Develop robust backend services and RESTful APIs using Flask, Django, and Django  REST Framework (DRF). • Build cross-platform desktop applications with PyQt6. • Develop responsive and interactive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript,  and React.js. • Containerize applications and manage deployment environments using Docker. • Write shell scripts to automate development workflows, deployments, and system  administration tasks. • Design and implement database schemas and perform CRUD operations using  MySQL, SQLite, and MongoDB. • Participate actively in requirements gathering, system design, and architectural  discussions. • Conduct thorough code reviews and unit testing to ensure code quality and  maintainability. • Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date technical documentation for software  projects. • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, UI/UX,  and product management to deliver successful project outcomes. • Utilize version control systems (Git) for source code management and  collaboration. • Follow Agile/Scrum methodologies for project planning and execution (if  applicable). Skills & Technologies • Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, Shell Scripting, TypeScript (optional) • Frameworks & Libraries: Flask, Django, Django REST Framework (DRF), PyQt6, React.js, Node.js, Express.js • Web Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Chakra UI (optional) • Databases: MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB (optional) • Containerization Tools: Docker (optional) • Version Control: Git, Github/Bitbucket •Development Practices: Test-Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing (e.g., pytest, Jest), Code Reviews, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (optional) • Other Tools & Technologies: WebSockets (optional), Virtual environments (venv, conda) Kindly share your CV with us at hr@prescience.in