Gefen Recruitment (גפן השמות)

Senior Software Engineer – Computational Biology & Protein Engineering (3610)

Posted: 15 hours ago

Job Description

Are you a software engineer who’s passionate about clean code — and curious about how software can reshape the world of biology?Join a growing startup company at the frontier of computational biology and protein engineering, where deep science meets cutting-edge technology.A fast-growing, well-funded startup in the protein design space, backed by top investors and working with leading global partners.This is a unique opportunity to be part of a company at a pivotal stage of growth - combining algorithmic innovation, large-scale data, and scientific impact.What You’ll DoDevelop high-quality, maintainable, and scalable software — mainly in Python.Build automation and infrastructure tools that transform how computational biologists work.Collaborate closely with scientists to translate complex biological questions into elegant engineering solutions.Design and implement innovative algorithms in protein engineering.Help shape development standards, architecture, and technical direction.RequirementsProven industry experience as a Software Engineer, with strong programming and software design skills.Excellent command of Python.Experience with cloud environments (AWS) or complex system architectures.Background or experience in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or Biochemistry — academic or professional — is required.Passion for building technology that drives real-world scientific breakthroughs.Nice to HaveExperience developing scientific or algorithmic software tools.Familiarity with Biotech, Pharma, or Chemical industries.Why You’ll Love Working HereBe part of a Series A company in rapid growth, shaping its next chapter.Work in one of the most exciting frontiers in science — protein engineering.Collaborate with brilliant minds across biology and software engineering.Influence how technology accelerates the next generation of biotech innovation.Enjoy a culture that values curiosity, excellence, and purpose.📍 Full-time | Central Israel | Hybrid work model

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