Software Engineer [Senior, Staff, Principal]

Building a cloud platform for biology that includes data storage, analysis, and visualization for bioinformatics solutions.
$160,000 - $260,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
11 - 50 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Healthcare · Biotech

Description For Software Engineer [Senior, Staff, Principal]

LatchBio is revolutionizing the bioinformatics industry by building a comprehensive cloud platform for biological data management and analysis. As a Software Engineer at LatchBio, you'll be part of a small, ambitious team working on cutting-edge technology at the intersection of biology and software engineering.

The role demands expertise across the full technology stack, from frontend development with TypeScript and React to backend systems with Python and PostgreSQL. You'll be working in a high-trust environment with minimal meetings and maximum ownership, where every engineer contributes to all aspects of the product. The position involves working with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and Kubernetes, making it perfect for those who enjoy tackling complex technical challenges.

The company culture emphasizes professional growth through code reviews, reading groups, and research projects. You'll be working in an environment that values code quality, self-documentation, and robust solutions. The engineering practices include daily stand-ups, end-to-end development responsibility, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

LatchBio offers competitive compensation ($160K-$260K) with significant equity (0.1%-0.5%), comprehensive benefits including visa sponsorship, health insurance, and professional development opportunities. The position is based in Mission Bay, San Francisco, where you'll be part of a team that's transforming how biological data is stored, analyzed, and visualized.

This is an exceptional opportunity for engineers who want to make a significant impact in the biotech industry while working with modern technologies and practices. The role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, professional growth, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in biological research and development.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer [Senior, Staff, Principal]

  • End-to-end development across frontend/backend/devops
  • Close collaboration with design, product, business, and customer success teams
  • Quality Assurance/testing on own features
  • Working with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
  • Database administration and optimization

Requirements For Software Engineer [Senior, Staff, Principal]

TypeScript
Python
PostgreSQL
React
Kubernetes
  • Demonstrable in-depth understanding of complex technology
  • Ability and interest to work with technology regardless of its complexity or role
  • Motivation to learn and improve continuously
  • Work well with minimal management
  • Desire to create things and make them your own

Benefits For Software Engineer [Senior, Staff, Principal]

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Visa Sponsorship
  • O-1/H-1B visa sponsorship
  • Vision, dental, health insurance
  • 12+ meals delivered from restaurants each week
  • $3,000 annual office technology stipend
  • Biannual company-sponsored conference trips
  • Professional development support
  • Internal reading groups
  • Company-wide 2-week Christmas vacation
  • Annual company retreat
  • 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Competitive cash compensation
  • Large equity grants (0.1% - 0.5%)

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