Senior Full-Stack Software Developer | Senior Full-Stack-Softwareentwickler_in (m/w/d)

Leibniz - Institut DSMZ DSMZ GmbH

Braunschweig, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jul 29, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

As a Senior Full-Stack Software Developer, you will play a crucial role in redesigning the renowned SILVA database for ribosomal RNA sequence data and integrating it into the new DSMZ Digital Diversity research data infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include the migration, development, and maintenance of the SILVA websites and web applications. You will also support the team in backend development and the maintenance of bioinformatics tools, working closely with other development teams. This position is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in full-stack development, particularly with large datasets, and an interest in interdisciplinary scientific work. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant scientific web applications within a supportive and motivated team.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or Diploma in Computer Science

Experience

  • At least five years of professional experience as a Full-Stack Developer
  • Professional experience with a scientific employer is preferred
  • Experience with version control systems (Git)
  • Experience with project management software (OpenProject)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • This is a full-time, temporary position for 2 years. The role is based in Bremen, requiring on-site presence at least two days per week. Regular business trips to the Braunschweig location are expected. Applicants who have been or are currently employed at DSMZ cannot be considered. For degrees obtained abroad, proof of equivalence to a German degree is required.