Brightseed

Senior Software Engineer

Peachtree Corners, Georgia, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Home Medical Equipment (HME)Industries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with over 5 years of software engineering experience, preferably using Microsoft technologies in high-traffic web systems. Strong architectural design skills are required, including experience with scalable, distributed, and event-driven systems. Expertise in ASP.NET (Razor, WebForms, Web API, WCF), JavaScript, CSS, and caching services is essential, along with proficiency in MS SQL Server (T-SQL/SQL) for high-volume transactions. A minimum of 3 years of experience developing and operating applications in AWS, including key AWS services, and 2 years of experience with React or React Native for front-end development are necessary. Proven ability to design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices, hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and zero-downtime deployments, and production experience with event-driven architectures or message brokers like Kafka or RabbitMQ are also required. Proficiency in object-oriented programming, API design, distributed system principles, and source code versioning, configuration management, and automated build pipelines are crucial. A proactive problem-solving approach with an ownership mentality is expected.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will lead architecture discussions and design highly scalable, performant, and resilient software solutions in a cloud-native environment. They will own software components from design to deployment, ensuring system reliability and maintainability, and drive continuous improvement projects such as cost and toil reduction, technical debt reduction, and system refactoring. Responsibilities include designing data-centric architectures, championing a quality-first approach with unit tests and automation frameworks, and identifying codebase and system design gaps to maintain high engineering standards. The role involves enhancing product scalability and self-service capabilities, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting hiring efforts through interviews and talent attraction.

Skills

Software Architecture
Scalable Systems
Cloud-Native
Data-Centric Architectures
System Design
Mentoring
Quality Assurance
Automation Frameworks
Code Reviews
Security Reviews
Distributed Systems

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$123.8MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility
Medical, dental, & vision
Unlimited PTO
Life insurance
EAP
401(k) plan
Mental health platform
Employee discounts
Cell phone & commuter costs
Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.
Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.
Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.
Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.
Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.
Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.
Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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