Senior Software Engineer, Data
BenchSci
Software Engineering
London, UK
Posted on Apr 26, 2025
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Data to join our Knowledge Enrichment Team! Reporting to the team’s Engineering Manager, you will evolve BenchSci’s Knowledge Graph, integrate public life science data into our biological ontology, iterate on data models in various datastores, including Graph DB, improve internal tooling to allow data self-service, 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:
- Scale data pipelines to allow our data to go from research to platform quickly and reliably
- Manage sources that contain both semi-structured and unstructured biological data that contribute to the evolution of BenchSci’s Knowledge Graph
- Integrate public life science data into the biological ontology in our Knowledge Graph
- Collaborate with ML, Data engineers, and Science to solve complex data mining and extraction challenges, enabling us to capture and model scientific experiments and results
- Seek out leadership opportunities and act as a Technical DRI (directly responsible individual) on multiple projects/epics
- Design testable, scalable solutions to complex problems using the latest frameworks and tools
- Use your experience and knowledge to help define and apply best practices for a broad platform of technologies in a cloud-based environment
- Write and review engineering design proposals in accordance with BenchSci’s engineer best practices
- Contribute to your team’s processes including sprint planning, task estimation, and code review
- Work both independently and in pair-programming settings within an agile team of talented engineers to solve interesting data problems
- Be given an unmatched opportunity for growth, and to learn from a team of outstanding engineers
- Liaise closely with stakeholders from other functions including product and science
- Feel challenged and engaged as you're exposed to new opportunities to require you to push yourself
You Have:
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar area
- 5+ years of experience working as a professional software engineer, data in industry
- Expertise with Python coding and type system
- Expertise in writing SQL (GQL, PostgreSQL, and BigQuery are a plus)
- Experience with building both batch and streaming ETL pipelines using data processing engines
- Deep understanding of building Knowledge Graphs entailing biological ontologies, and leveraging graph DBs for their storage
- Experience with cloud development (we use GCP and Terraform) including reference architectures and developing specialized stacks on cloud services
- A strong background in data modeling, data structures, and large-scale data manipulation/transformations
- A can-do proactive and assertive attitude - your manager believes in freedom and responsibility and helping you own what you do; you will excel best if this environment suits you
- You have experience working in cross-functional teams with product managers, scientists, project managers, and engineers from other disciplines (e.g., machine learning)
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Can clearly explain complex technical concepts/systems to engineering peers and non-engineering stakeholders across teams
- Experience executing as part of high-performance engineering teams using industry-standard software delivery practices
- Proficient with agile processes (sprint planning, estimation, retros, standups, etc.)
- Ideally, you have worked in the scientific/biological domain with scientists on your team
- A growth mindset continuously seeking to stay up-to-date with cutting-edge advances in tech and software/data engineering
Benefits and Perks:
A great compensation package that includes BenchSci equity options.
A robust vacation policy plus an additional vacation day every year.
Company closures for 14 more days throughout the year.
Flex time for sick days, personal days, and religious holidays.
Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
Annual learning & development budget.
A one-time home office set-up budget to use upon joining BenchSci.
An annual lifestyle spending account allowance.
Generous parental leave benefits with a top-up plan or paid time off options.
The ability to save for your retirement coupled with a company match!
About BenchSci:
BenchSci's mission is to exponentially increase the speed and quality of life-saving research and development. We empower scientists to run more successful experiments with the world's most advanced, biomedical artificial intelligence software platform.
Backed by Generation Investment Management, TCV, Inovia, F-Prime, Golden Ventures, and Google's AI fund, Gradient Ventures, we provide an indispensable tool for scientists that accelerates research at top pharmaceutical companies and leading academic centers.
Our Culture:
Our culture fosters transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning.
We value each other's differences and always look for opportunities to embed equity into the fabric of our work. We foster diversity, autonomy, and personal growth, and provide resources to support motivated self-leaders in continuous improvement.
You will work with high-impact, highly skilled, and intelligent experts motivated to drive impact and fulfill a meaningful mission. We empower you to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and thrive. Here you will be challenged to stretch yourself to achieve the seemingly impossible.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We believe that improving diversity, equity and inclusion is our collective responsibility, and this belief guides our DEI journey. Learn more about our DEI initiatives.
Accessibility Accommodations: Should you require any accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please reach out to talent@benchsci.com.
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