Senior Software Engineer, Data

BenchSci Analytics Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biomedical AI is seeking a Senior Software Data Engineer to enhance data models and operationalize data pipelines. This role offers collaboration with top-tier teams and opportunities for professional growth in a remote-first culture. The ideal candidate has significant software development experience and proficiency in Python and SQL, contributing to innovative solutions in scientific research.

Benefits

Remote-first culture

Competitive compensation including equity options

Generous vacation policy with additional days annually

Company-wide closures and flexible time off

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Annual learning & development budget

Home office setup allowance

Lifestyle spending account

Parental leave benefits with top-up or paid time off

Retirement savings with company match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a software developer in the industry.
• Experience with event-driven architecture using Pub/Sub.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Machine Learning and Fullstack engineers on document mining challenges.
• Scale data pipelines for rapid and reliable data transfer.

Skills

Python

SQL

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in a related scientific field

Tools

GCP

Auth0

Terraform

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Software Data Engineer to join our growing Data Team! Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will evolve our data models in several styles of datastores and operationalize production-grade data pipelines. As part of this role, you'll collaborate with a world-class team, experience growth and mentorship, and apply data engineering solutions to shape the future of scientific discovery.

You Will:

• Collaborate with Machine Learning, Fullstack engineers, and Science teams to solve complex document mining challenges, helping us capture and model additional scientific experiments.
• Help define and apply best practices across a broad platform of technologies in a cloud-based environment.
• Lead or consult on engineering design proposals following the Platform Stream roadmap at BenchSci.
• Use your understanding of business context and team goals to make independent technical decisions amidst open-ended requirements.
• Identify new opportunities and advocate for improvements to current projects.
• Address operational issues promptly, owning resolution within your responsibility sphere.
• Challenge the status quo by proposing new technologies or methods.
• Scale data pipelines for rapid and reliable data transfer from research to platform.
• Work with sources containing semi-structured and unstructured data.

You Have:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• 5+ years of experience as a software developer in the industry.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience with event-driven architecture using Pub/Sub.
• A track record of building high-quality, maintainable code.

Nice to have:

• Experience with GCP.
• Exposure to ML/Data Science.
• Experience with Auth0, Terraform.
• Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD experience.
• Experience building internal tooling.
• Familiarity with llamaIndex framework and ConversationalAI.

Benefits and Perks:

• Remote-first culture.
• Competitive compensation including equity options.
• Generous vacation policy with additional days annually.
• Company-wide closures and flexible time off.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Annual learning & development budget.
• Home office setup allowance.
• Lifestyle spending account.
• Parental leave benefits with top-up or paid time off.
• Retirement savings with company match.

About BenchSci:

BenchSci aims to accelerate life-saving research through advanced biomedical AI software, backed by top investors and recognized as a Great Place to Work and on Glassdoor.

Our Culture:

We prioritize our team members, fostering transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning. We embrace diversity and inclusivity, supporting personal growth and equity in our work environment. Join our high-impact team and unleash your potential. Learn more about our culture.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

We are committed to an inclusive environment and continuous DEI efforts. Learn more about our DEI initiatives.

Accessibility Accommodations:

If you need accommodations, contact [e-mail].