Senior Software Engineer, Science

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Science Technology Organization. This role is crucial in accelerating scientific research through the development of cloud applications and tools that enable scientists to draw more meaningful conclusions quickly.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:

• Work on challenging scientific software problems
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including product managers, application scientists, and UX designers
• Lead backend engineering design and development for full-stack applications
• Build scalable and distributed software systems
• Promote engineering excellence through technical leadership and mentorship

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and building user-facing web applications for SciTech products
• Working on projects such as the CryoET Data Portal, CZ CELLxGENE, and Virtual Cells
• Ensuring quality and scalability in software delivery

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in full-stack software development
• Strong focus on building backends for web applications
• Proficiency in modern technology stack (Python, Docker, REST, SQL/NoSQL)
• Experience with API development and integration
• Familiarity with front-end technologies like React
• Continuous learning mindset and ability to teach others

The role offers a competitive salary range of $190,000 - $285,000 USD annually for the Redwood City, CA location, with adjustments based on other geographical markets. CZI provides comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) match, annual benefits for various life needs, and support for family-forming benefits.

CZI is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. The organization offers a hybrid work environment, requiring on-site presence a few days a week at the Redwood City, CA headquarters.

Join CZI in their mission to build a more inclusive, just, and healthy future for everyone by applying your engineering skills to accelerate scientific research and discovery.