Software Engineer Platform

Benchling·Remote·Work From Anywhere·
76,367 - $265,000
Software Development
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for biotech specialists grows, with a 25% increase in AI-driven biotech research in 2025, skilled software engineers are in high demand. Benchling stands out as a pioneer in the industry, leveraging AI to accelerate biotech R&D. With a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, this role offers a unique opportunity for engineers to make a real impact. To succeed, candidates should have a solid background in software engineering, a passion for AI-driven solutions, and excellent problem-solving skills. Before applying, it's essential to understand the current biotech landscape and the role of AI in driving innovation.

Job Description

About the Role

Benchling is at the forefront of the biotech revolution, providing an AI-driven platform for scientists to design experiments, capture structured data, and run AI agents and models. As a Software Engineer Platform, you will play a key role in driving innovation and fulfilling Benchling's mission to unlock the power of biotechnology. You will work closely with the Developer Productivity and Release Engineering teams to create tools and frameworks that enhance developer experience, with a focus on the Path to Production.

The developer experience is crucial to empowering engineers to excel in their craft. By understanding the unique challenges developers face and crafting solutions to streamline their workflows, you will drive innovation and help Benchling's customers achieve their milestones. Your success will enable the engineering teams to efficiently deliver high-quality products, ultimately accelerating the development of breakthrough biotech products.

As a member of the engineering team, you will be an integral part of how Benchling matures its tooling, best practices, engineering processes, and hiring. Your expertise and passion for software engineering will help shape the future of biotech R&D.

What You Will Do

  • Build and implement tooling for efficient, frictionless development, testing, and packaging for production release
  • Lead the design and development of release tooling that enables code changes to reach production within 10 minutes
  • Iterate on developer experience improvements using qualitative and quantitative feedback
  • Implement feedback loops that integrate quality into software development workflows
  • Champion effective engineering and operational patterns across the Engineering org
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges in engineering workflows that impact developer happiness and productivity
  • Work closely with product managers, designers, and peers in engineering to make Benchling a delightful place to develop software
  • Help rapidly scale Benchling's product and team
  • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Benchling's technology stack and architecture
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase

What We Are Looking For

  • 7+ years of experience in software engineering
  • 5+ years of experience with containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) in production
  • Expertise with at least one web framework, preferably Node or Python
  • Strong abilities in problem-solving and iterating on feedback
  • Enjoy ownership and building key pieces of product
  • Empathy for customers and curiosity about their challenges
  • Interest in learning more about life science (prior knowledge is not required; desire to learn is a must)
  • Clear and effective communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Nice to Have

  • Experience with AI-driven technologies and their applications in biotech
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
  • Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP)
  • Experience with agile development methodologies

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary (
    76,367 - $265,000)
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Generous PTO and holiday policy
  • Remote work stipend
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact projects and contribute to the biotech revolution

How to Stand Out

  • Ensure you have a solid understanding of containerized applications and their deployment in production environments.
  • Highlight your experience with web frameworks, such as Node or Python, and how you've applied them in previous roles.
  • Be prepared to discuss your problem-solving approach and how you iterate on feedback to improve developer experience.
  • Showcase your passion for AI-driven technologies and their applications in biotech, even if you don't have direct experience.
  • Prepare to talk about your experience with DevOps practices and tools, and how you've implemented them in previous roles.
  • Emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities, and be prepared to provide examples.
  • Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture and values, and how they impact the way the team works.

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