Senior Software Engineering Manager, Lab Data Platform

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a software engineering team using cloud-native technologies to build scalable data integration pipelines that transform raw protein engineering data into actionable insights for our ML models
• Architect and deliver the technical roadmap for our data platform, using GCP and Python to build scalable pipelines and web-based applications that organize, process, and visualize the output of our protein engineering campaigns
• Drive cross-functional alignment by sitting at the intersection of biology, data science, and machine learning to translate complex experimental requirements into technical solutions that accelerate our protein design cycle

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or related field
• Proven success delivering production-ready applications and infrastructure at scale, strong proficiency in Python and modern development workflows (git, Agile, CI/CD)
• A background that incorporates backend and frontend (Django) frameworks, cloud platforms (GCP), and databases (PostgreSQL, BigQuery)
• Experience building or integrating research-focused software and/or scientific data systems (like Benchling), where you have partnered directly with wet-lab scientists to translate massive, complex experimental datasets into scalable and actionable software solutions

Preferences (but not required)

What We Offer

• High-growth opportunity with meaningful impact on the future of protein design
• Competitive compensation package with equity participation
• 401(k) with a strong employer match
• Comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance
• Generous PTO policy and commitment to work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities in a cutting-edge field at the intersection of AI and biology
• Profluent Bio, Inc is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.

Work Authorization Requirement

• Applicants must have ongoing work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship. Sponsorship will not be provided now or at any time in the future for this position.

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