Scientific App Developer (Cheminformatics, Bioinformatics)

We are a US-based startup working in the biotech area. Our product can analyze millions of data points right in the browser and use AI to learn from data.

You will be primarily involved in developing new applications in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and R, using Datagrok API and facilities, expanding the platform with new plugins where needed. Most of the applications to be developed are strongly connected to natural sciences and data science. There is a lot of room to grow, and there will be many opportunities to assume more responsibilities and learn new domains, such as cheminformatics, bioinformatics, deep learning, or high-performance computing.

Responsibilities
● Front-end web and application logic development
● Back-end development for scientific as well as data integration purposes
● Help our clients write JS applications on top of the Datagrok platform
● Design, implement, and operate data management systems
● Use and improve developer-facing platform’s JS API
● Integrate third-party JS libraries into the platform

Requirements
● At least three years of professional experience
● JavaScript or TypeScript
● At least one of: Python, R, Java, C#, C++, Matlab/Octave
● Knowledge and experience in data science and/or life sciences
● Good written English, ability to communicate directly with our clients
● Strong verbal and written communication skills
● Ability to learn and apply new technologies

Nice to have
● Prior exposure to life sciences (especially bioinformatics, cheminformatics, drug design and development, clinical data analysis)
● Interest or experience in high performance computing
● Experience with WebGL, WebAssembly, or Dart

We offer:
● A chance to revolutionize the space of data analytics
● Fully remote work
● Zero bureaucracy, flexible working hours, unlimited vacations / PTO
● Excellent growth opportunities in a highly dynamic, unique product company
● Paid trainings and certifications
● Competitive compensation.