Developer

Working at Real Chemistry and in the healthcare industry isn’t just a job for us. We got into this field for different reasons, but we all stay for the same reason – to uncover insights, make meaningful connections, infuse creativity, and improve the patient experience by transforming healthcare through AI and ideas.

Real Chemistry creates the world around modern therapies with over 2,000 talented professionals, and for the last 20+ years has, carved out its space at the intersection between healthcare, marketing and communications, data & AI, and the people at the heart of it all. We work with the top 30 pharma and biotech companies and are built for uncommon collaboration—we believe we are best together, bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines collaborate without barriers under a single, unified mission: to transform what healthcare is to what it should be. This one-of-a-kind model allows us to work in a way that better reflects how people experience healthcare—all with the intent to transform healthcare from what it is to what it should be. But we can’t do it alone – you in?

Job Summary 

Real Chemistry is looking for a Senior Software Developer to serve as primary or sole developer on several interactive apps and websites. Our team develops various projects throughout the year, and we are looking for a programming partner to help maintain our velocity. 

What You'll Do 

I. Execution & Work Output  

• Develop interactive experiences for a wide range of projects including:  

• Cross-platform desktop apps using libraries such as Electron or Unity  

• Cross-platform mobile apps using libraries such as Flutter or Unity  

• Responsive webapps using libraries such as React or NextJS  

• AI applications for generative art using Stable Diffusion or other platforms  

• AR/VR/MR experiences using Unity, Unreal or native libraries  

• Graphics-forward experiences showcasing and embedding the beautiful visuals created by our talented team of artists  

• Collaborate on execution and delivery  

• Provide technical guidance through the design process to ensure design and user experience align with best practices for all target sizes/devices  

• Develop and deliver functional requirements, technical specs, or other documentation required by the client  

• Determine the most efficient and performant technologies to develop the end-product. This may include developing native mobile apps, cross-platform apps that may need to share content among many devices, web sites or other media  

• Potentially develop interactive prototypes for proof-of-concept to determine technical feasibility and lay the groundwork for final production  

• Determine and evaluate any technical integrations with client-based or third-party platforms as needed for the project. These may include metrics/analytics platforms, cloud databases, email services, or any other back-end functionality  

• Assist with third-party vendors and provide technical guidance and oversight on communication and deliveries  

• Determine optimal paths to deliver review builds to external stakeholders, including Box links for installable apps, password-protected web sites, and beta-testing channels for mobile apps (TestFlight, AppCenter, etc.)  

• Work with external stakeholders to establish best methods to deploy end-product as needed. This may include providing installers with any helpful documentation, delivering build files for upload to their servers, or possibly assisting in the setup of servers or on-site hardware.  

II. New Business  

• Play an active role in project initiation  

• At the start of a project, help define key deliverables and due dates in conjunction with Account, Project Management, and Production teams  

• Work with production and account teams to align on forecast hours, project objectives and technical approaches  

• Participate in the ideation process, primarily in a technical capacity  

• Help define all front/back-end functionality requirements  

• Recognize potential project challenges, alert the creative and account teams, and collaborate on strategic, creative solutions  

• Ensure team receives necessary technical info for required assets and that files meet necessary specs before delivery  

III. Client Engagement/Communications  

• Provide input in early internal and client discussions regarding technical approaches for new opportunities  

• Participate in reviews with clients, including the curation of deliverables with Associate Creative Director (ACD)  

• Participate in calls with vendors to ensure tech specs/needs are met on both sides  

• Travel on-site as needed for installation and/or technical guidance  

IV. Collaboration and Teamwork   

• Effectively collaborate with members across the entire team to succeed    

• Iterate with team members, ensuring technical approach aligns with creative direction  

This position is a perfect fit for you if:  

• ​Our Company values – Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you.  

• You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We’re always evolving.  

• You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.  

• You are highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.  

What You Should Have: 

• Proficient knowledge of front-end programming languages including web (HTML/CSS/JavaScript), mobile apps (iOS/Swift, Android/Java), AI (Python), cross-platform, and/or real-time 3D (Unreal or Unity)  

• Broad knowledge in a variety of programming languages (Python) and an ability to seek out and learn modern technologies to continually improve our technology stack  

• Working knowledge of back-end or full-stack development using a variety of platforms included AWS, Azure or other  

• Excellent organization and communication (written and oral) skills  

• Advanced interpersonal skills, leading collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Account, Production, Strategy and Project Management  

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint   

• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, primarily to work with source design assets and prepare them for inclusion in production apps  

• Detail-oriented and can effectively multi-task between various ongoing projects  

• Maintains professional manner in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment  

VI. Education & Experience  

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience  

• Portfolio demonstrates exceptional technical execution and innovative solutions to production or conceptual challenges  

• Five or more years of industry experience  

Pay Range: $70,000-$85,000
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting.  Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.    

Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here.

Working with HART: Since the pandemic, we have adapted to how our people told us they want to work. We have offices in cities with many employees and clients – New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Manchester, UK and London, UK – that serve as hubs where and when they need us, and we encourage employees who live less than a 45-minute commute of a Real Chemistry office to go in at least two days per week. Outside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture and learning opportunities. We call this our Hybrid and Regional Teams approach. Real Chemistry believes we are best together – and our workplace strategy fosters connection and collaboration in person – but also supports flexibility for our people.

Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, including options for medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401k match, flexible PTO, and entitlement to a five-week sabbatical program after 5 years of service. Other perks include student loan debt contributions, mental wellness coaching and support, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Additional benefits for those just starting or continuing with their family building journey include access to enhanced fertility support, Bright Horizons family support programs, as well as expanded paid leave for new parents including personalized coaching support through Your 4th Trimester ®. Learn more about our great benefits and perks at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com

Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.