Tempus

Software Engineer II

Tempus$95K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience with C# and ASP.NET/MVC application development.
  • Proven ability to develop REST APIs using C#, Python, or Node.js.
  • Strong SQL Server skills for writing and optimizing queries.
  • Experience with front-end development using JavaScript and jQuery.
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot and Cursor.
  • Demonstrated ability to gather and clarify requirements from laboratory staff and project managers.
  • Comfortable working in both backend and frontend development environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain features for AkesoLIMS.
  • Build and support software on both backend and frontend stacks.
  • Develop software solutions using ASP.NET, MVC, C#, JavaScript, and jQuery.
  • Create and maintain REST APIs for system integrations.
  • Leverage AI-assisted engineering tools to enhance development processes.
  • Optimize database interactions using SQL Server.
  • Collaborate with laboratory staff to address workflow and process needs.
  • Work with project management to define project scope and delivery plans.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and cross-functional work environment.
  • Exposure to the latest AI-assisted development tools.
  • Opportunity to work closely with laboratory staff and learn about laboratory workflows.
  • Focus on user-centric software solutions and process improvements.
Full Job Description

As a Software Engineer II specializing in AkesoLIMS at Tempus, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of our Laboratory Information Management System. In this role, you will build and enhance software that supports laboratory operations, data management, workflow execution, and REST API development across both backend and frontend systems.

You will work closely with Laboratory staff and Project Management to gather requirements, translate laboratory workflows into technical solutions, and deliver reliable, scalable applications that improve efficiency and usability for end users.

Why we’re looking for you (required skills)

  • You have strong experience with C# and application development using ASP.NET and MVC.

  • You have experience developing REST APIs in C#, Python, or Node.js.

  • You have strong SQL Server skills and are comfortable writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL queries and database objects.

  • You have front-end development experience using JavaScript and jQuery.

  • You have experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude to improve productivity, accelerate learning, and support software delivery.

  • You are comfortable contributing across both backend and frontend development.

  • You can work directly with Laboratory staff and Project Management to gather, clarify, and refine requirements.

  • You are able to translate operational and user needs into practical software solutions.

  • You’ve worked in collaborative environments and are comfortable iterating on features and enhancements with cross-functional partners.

  • You embrace GenAI tools in your day-to-day work to boost productivity, accelerate learning, and focus your energy on solving the most impactful problems.

Bonus points for

  • Knowledge of laboratory workflows.

  • Experience working with LIMS platforms or laboratory information systems.

  • Experience with Python.

  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments.

  • Experience with additional AI tools for software development and prototyping.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain features for AkesoLIMS.

  • Build and support software across both the backend and frontend application stack.

  • Develop solutions using ASP.NET, MVC, C#, JavaScript, and jQuery.

  • Design, develop, and maintain REST APIs to support system integrations and application functionality.

  • Use AI-assisted engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude appropriately to improve development efficiency, code quality, and documentation.

  • Design and optimize database interactions in SQL Server.

  • Partner with Laboratory staff to understand workflows, pain points, and process requirements.

  • Collaborate with Project Management to define scope, requirements, priorities, and delivery plans.

  • Troubleshoot defects, support production issues, and improve system reliability and performance.

  • Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and development best practices.

Technical Environment

  • Backend: ASP.NET, MVC, C#, REST APIs

  • Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery

  • Database: SQL Server

  • AI Tools: GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude

  • Nice to have: Python, Node.js, GCP

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About Tempus

Tempus is a technology company that has built an operating system to battle cancer. The company enables physicians to deliver personalized cancer care for patients through its interactive analytical and machine learning platform. Tempus provides genomic sequencing services and analyzes molecular and therapeutic data to empower physicians to make real-time, data-driven decisions. The company also offers research services to enable discovery of new therapeutic targets and clinical services that support clinical trial design and monitoring. Tempus was founded in 2015 by Eric Lefkofsky and has raised over $8 billion in funding to date.
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Size
1,001 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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