Senior Software Engineer II

Freenome; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 223,994 - 314,463; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Cash bonuses

Full range of medical benefits

Job summary

Freenome is seeking a Senior Software Engineer II in Brisbane to join their engineering team. You will design and maintain scalable backend services that support early cancer detection. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software development, proficient in Python, and experienced with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. The position embraces a collaborative culture involving interdisciplinary teams and offers a competitive salary range of $161,925 - $227,325, along with equity and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development, leading projects and mentoring others.
• Strong experience with containerization and orchestration technologies.
• Proven experience designing scalable backend systems with reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, fault-tolerant backend services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Python

Backend Development

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

ETL or Data Pipelines

Workflow Management Systems (Flyte, Airflow)

Job description

About This Opportunity

At Freenome, we are seeking a Senior Software Engineer II to join our innovative Engineering team. The ideal candidate is an experienced backend engineer with a strong background in developing scalable and reliable software solutions. You will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining backend services that support our mission to detect cancer early.

This position requires a collaborative mindset; you will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and product managers to deliver high‑quality software solutions. You are passionate about software development best practices and will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer. The role reports to our engineering management team and is a remote role.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and deploy reliable, maintainable, scalable, and fault‑tolerant backend services that power both our internal and external systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including scientists, product managers, and other engineers, to solve complex problems and deliver high‑quality software solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and enhancing the team's technical expertise.
• Lead code and design reviews, champion engineering best practices and promote a culture of quality and collaboration.
• Contribute to the development of data infrastructure for machine learning applications, ensuring efficient data processing and integration.
• Drive the implementation of engineering hygiene practices, ensuring the reliability and maintainability of our systems.
• Advocate for and implement innovative software development methodologies and tools to improve team efficiency and product quality.

Must Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent training, fellowship, and/or work experience.
• At least 8 years of experience as part of a software development team successfully shipping software products, including leading projects from end‑to‑end and mentoring others.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with backend development in a team production environment.
• Strong experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable backend systems, with a focus on reliability and performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a mindful and transparent approach to collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of statistical and machine learning methods, with practical experience in applying them to real‑world problems.
• Expertise in developing ETL or data pipelines that run at scale, utilizing common workflow management systems like Flyte, Airflow, or similar.
• Domain‑specific experience in computational biology, genomics, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment, with a strong understanding of compliance requirements and best practices.

Benefits And Additional Information

The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $161,925 - $227,325. You will also be eligible to receive equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.

Visit our career page at freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Rights

• Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)