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EngineeringFull-TimeChile & USA

Software Engineer, Full-Stack

Posted October 15, 2025

Build and improve TeselaGen's cloud-based synthetic biology platform. Work across the stack with React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL. Collaborate with biologists and data scientists to deliver tools that accelerate R&D workflows.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain features across the React frontend and Node.js backend
  • Build and optimize GraphQL APIs and database queries for platform workflows
  • Collaborate with biologists and data scientists to implement tools for DNA design, strain engineering, and data analysis
  • Write automated tests (unit, integration, e2e) and maintain high code coverage
  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and bugs
  • Contribute to shared libraries, tooling, and developer documentation
  • Stay current with modern web development practices and biotech domain knowledge

What We're Looking For

  • 2+ years of professional software engineering experience in full-stack web development
  • Proficiency with React, TypeScript, and modern frontend tooling
  • Experience with Node.js, Express or similar backend frameworks
  • Familiarity with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and SQL
  • Understanding of RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL
  • Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Python or data science workflows
  • Interest in or exposure to biology, bioinformatics, or scientific software
  • Experience with Docker, AWS, or cloud deployment
  • Familiarity with testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright)
  • Contributions to open-source projects

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Flexible hybrid work model (Chile or USA)
  • Health insurance and wellness benefits
  • Mentorship from senior engineers and scientists
  • Opportunity to grow in a fast-paced biotech startup
  • Modern tools and a collaborative engineering culture

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