Senior Software Engineer, Informatics

Company Overview

Terray Therapeutics is a venture-backed biotechnology company led by pioneers and long-time leaders in artificial intelligence, synthetic chemistry, automation, and nanotechnology. Were generating chemical data purpose-built to propel drug discovery into the information age and were doing it on a larger scale and faster than has ever before been possible.

Our closed loop system generates precise chemical datasets at unrivaled scale that work seamlessly with AI to systematically map biochemical interactions between small molecules and causes of disease. Iterative cycles of virtual molecular design and experimentation power AI and machine learning models, which in turn guide the next cycle of design. With a chemistry engine that measures billions of interactions daily and becomes increasingly precise with every cycle, we can answer an unprecedented array of questions deriving insights that enable us to predictably create drugs for patients in need.

Position Summary

Terray Therapeutics is seeking a motivated and experienced Software Engineer to join the R&D Informatics team within Terrays Computational and Data Science organization. The candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining critical relational database architecture that support the Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) capabilities of Terrays small molecule discovery platform.

The candidate will need experience with relational database management across a variety of systems including MySQL, PostgreSQL and have a strong command of SQL, database modeling, data state management, data vigilance, and building HPC pipelines at scale. Proficiency in Python scripting and automated ETL pipeline development with a focus on integrating LIMS platforms, internal databases and wet-lab automation will be a focus of this role.

A mindset for continuous learning and strong communication skills will be required for effective cross-functional collaboration with Automation, Data Science and Scientific teams, including Platform Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and pre-clinical Biology.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain informatics infrastructure (data pipelines, storage, processing) that supports downstream data-driven applications and stakeholders
• Develop the software and data interface between our wet-lab instruments and computational / informatics platform
• Design and implement new dashboards and user interfaces to help our wet-lab and computational scientists access and analyze their data
• Optimize workflows for speed, parallelization, and memory efficiency
• Build out Cloud infrastructure to support informatics pipelines (AWS)
• Work with both wet-lab and computational scientists to design and develop connections to our informatics systems API and database
• Manage, improve, and customize our research informatics platform
• Build and maintain CI / CD infrastructure and pipelines

Experience and Qualifications

Part of Terrays success is nurtured by a hands-on work environment where everyone is accountable, vested in a vision of excellence, and actively taking part in the success of the business. Terray supports a positive work environment where employees can feel engaged, recognized and empowered to be creative.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation Details

$140,000-$184,000 (annually) depending on experience and seniority; participation in the Company's option plan; 3% retirement safe harbor contribution; fully-paid medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits.

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