Senior Full Stack Engineer at BenchSci

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Life Sciences, Biotech, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a degree in Computer Science/Engineering or a related science field, with at least 4 years of professional full-stack development experience. A high comfort level with React/TypeScript front-ends and Python back-ends is essential, along with deep expertise in modern state management solutions like React Query, SWR, Zustand, or Redux Toolkit. Experience with design systems and component libraries (e.g., Storybook, Radix, Material UI, shadcn/ui) focusing on reusability, accessibility, and performance is required, as is a proven track record in performance analysis and optimization of both front-end and back-end applications, including experience delivering and optimizing applications over global CDNs at scale.

Responsibilities

The Senior Full Stack Engineer will implement new features and bug fixes, conduct technical investigations, design solutions, implement code with automated tests, and perform code reviews within a cross-functional team. Responsibilities include architecting and implementing stateful client-side workflows and user interfaces with scalable data layers, driving the evolution of web architecture by making critical decisions on Next.js frontend and FastAPI backend interactions, and shaping API strategies. The role involves leading or consulting on engineering design proposals, leveraging business context for independent technical decisions, and proactively identifying and implementing improvements. Additionally, the engineer will adhere to and improve high standards for scalable and maintainable code, help set standards for exceptional engineers, provide timely troubleshooting analysis and resolution, and work on projects involving major pharmaceutical companies.

Skills

Next.js

FastAPI

Python

API contracts

microservices

SOA

code splitting

tree-shaking

performance optimization

profiling

async programming

state management

UI components

design systems

component libraries

accessibility

securityDependencies

testing

automated tests

web infrastructure

build/deploy strategy

BenchSci

AI-driven platform for preclinical research

About BenchSci

BenchSci operates in the biotechnology sector, specializing in preclinical research and development. The company uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a detailed map of disease biology, which helps scientists understand existing research and improve their R&D efficiency. Its main product, ASCEND, is a platform that extracts evidence from various data sources to assist scientists in hypothesis generation and risk identification. BenchSci aims to enhance research capabilities and reduce risks in preclinical studies.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$156.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, BiotechnologyIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote-first culture

Equity options

15 days vacation + additional day every year

Unlimited flex time

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Psychotherapist services

Annual Learning & Development budget

Home office set-up budget

Wellness, lifestyle & productivity spending account

Risks

17% workforce reduction may impact morale and innovation at BenchSci.

Heavy reliance on external funding poses financial risks if future rounds falter.

Rapid team expansion could lead to integration challenges and inefficiencies.

Differentiation

BenchSci's ASCEND platform uses AI to map disease biology for drug discovery.

ASCEND helps scientists identify risks and generate hypotheses in preclinical R&D.

BenchSci's AI Reagent Selector improves reagent selection efficiency in drug development.

Upsides

$95M Series D funding boosts BenchSci's AI platform development and market reach.

Generative AI integration enhances ASCEND's predictive capabilities for hypothesis generation.

Recognition as a Best Workplace for Inclusion attracts top talent and fosters innovation.

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