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PIC North America, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Software Developer with a strong background in leadership and system architecture to join our team and enhance our industry-leading genetic evaluation systems. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting issues within our custom-developed software, PICTraq, and implementing enhancements to facilitate FDA Part 11 compliance. We are seeking someone with a proven ability to act as a lead, guide teams, and make architectural decisions in the absence of a formal title.

The preferred location for the position is Hendersonville, TN, but for the right candidate, hybrid or remote work with travel may be considered.

You Will Act as lead for a team of software developersManage projects by identifying gathering requirements with stakeholders, writing user stories, and insuring quality of deployed features.Serve as a third-tier support in fixing software/data bugs, utilizing your knowledge of Python, PHP, Perl, and database procedures.Act as an architectural resource, designing and implementing enhancements to PICTraq that enable compliance with FDA Part 11.Collaborate with the Production Support Manager to identify automation opportunities, streamlining current manual processes.Partner with business and technical stakeholders to define project scope, identify risks, and prioritize initiatives.Read and debug existing code in PL/SQL, Python, Perl, and PHP to implement solutions with minimal oversight. Requirements

Basic Qualifications: (required)

At least 10 years of experience in software development, with a focus on troubleshooting and team leadership.Strong background in Linux, Python, PHP, Perl, and database procedures, with a proven ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex issues.Minimum of 5 years of experience with SQL and enterprise-level database tools, such as partitioning and materialized views.Proven experience in Agile Software Development, including leading sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

An application developer with experience in these areas.A University degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or EngineeringPrior experience in a 24/7 production environment. Business Overview

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.

 

PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.

 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

Benefits Overview

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Recruitment Fraud Warning

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

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