Hybrid Data Engineer, Python Developer

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About the role

  • Software Developer driving digital transformation in life sciences through Python and AWS solution development. Collaborating with scientists and operations to build robust data pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with scientists, assay teams, and lab operations to capture end-to-end assay and experimental workflows, from sample onboarding and execution through data ingestion, validation, and downstream analytics
  • Translate scientific and operational requirements into well-defined functional, technical, and data requirements for laboratory platforms, system integrations, and next-generation data pipelines
  • Design, develop, and maintain Python-based backend services, APIs, and data pipelines on AWS
  • Build backend services using FastAPI and supporting frameworks such as Flask or Django
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices for integration with scientific systems including Benchling, LIMS, ELN, CDS, and SDMS
  • Design and optimize SQL and NoSQL data models to support structured, semi-structured, and high-volume scientific data
  • Build and support ETL/ELT and next-generation data pipelines for analytics and AI/ML workloads
  • Support AI/ML use cases by preparing datasets, enabling feature engineering, and integrating models into pipelines and applications
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing and deployment
  • Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices and develop automated unit, integration, and data validation tests
  • Ensure solutions meet performance, data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR Part 11)
  • Perform code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization
  • Coordinate across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams, managing dependencies and ensuring delivery alignment
  • Create ready to deliver technical documentation and track deliverables using JIRA and Confluence

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Life Sciences with 2–5 years of hands-on experience in Python development with FastAPI (Flask or Django is a plus)
  • Proficiency in SQL, including schema design, complex queries, and performance optimization
  • Solid understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and integration patterns
  • AWS experience, including S3, EC2, Lambda, Step Functions, RDS / Aurora, IAM, monitoring, and logging
  • Proficiency with Git-based collaborative development, including branch management, pull requests, code reviews, and integration with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline) to ensure reliable and traceable software delivery
  • Hands-on experience with Test-Driven Development and Python testing frameworks such as pytest, unittest, and mocking libraries
  • Working knowledge of AI/ML concepts, including data preparation, feature engineering, model integration, and inference workflows
  • Exposure to the data and ML libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn (exposure to TensorFlow or PyTorch is a plus)
  • Exposure to life sciences, biotech, pharma, or healthcare domains and scientific platforms such as LIMS, ELN, SDMS, CDS, or data lakes
  • Ability to design data models aligned to scientific and assay workflows & integrating scientific or enterprise systems and working directly with scientists or lab users
  • Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and modern deployment best practices
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum & SDLC development methodologies
  • Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-team coordination skills.

Benefits

  • CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike.
  • We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork.
  • We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
  • Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company.

Job title

Data Engineer, Python Developer

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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