Software Engineer II

Software Engineer II

The mission of Allen Institute for Cell Science is to develop a comprehensive and holistic approach to measure, describe, and model cell states and their dynamic changes over time. Our ultimate goal is to uncover the fundamental principles of multiscale, multicellular morphogenesis, including how groups of cells organize and achieve collective behaviors essential for life. Our approach encompasses multi-modal data collection including live 3D timelapse imaging, data analysis, theory, and predictions to understand cell states and cell state transitions in human induced pluripotent stem cell models.

As a division within the Allen Institute, the Allen Institute for Cell Science uses a team-oriented approach, focusing on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a transformational impact on science.

We are searching for a talented and enthusiastic developer to build Web-based and Python tools for processing and visualizing large scale 5D biological imaging data. The ideal candidate enjoys learning new tools and techniques while remaining diligent and detail oriented. This engineer will receive technical guidance and enjoy professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment. As a member of our close, collaborative team, you will have the freedom to contribute to as much of our code and design processes as you would like, based on your interests and skills.

We build open-source community tools that make cell biology more accessible to more people in order to foster scientific collaboration and discovery. Our team is composed of highly dedicated and creative people with diverse backgrounds and skill sets who work together on cutting edge development projects. We seek to grow our talented team and to build an environment that nurtures software engineers at all stages of their career.

• Front end: create and maintain core functionality of image analysis, visualization, and data management tools
• Implement front end design solutions to specification
• Develop Python code to directly assist scientists to simplify and scale their work
• Optimize loading, saving, and converting large image arrays with metadata
• Collect requirements and find opportunities for new tools
• Actively participate in collaboration with design, giving thoughtful input on technical approach and/or alternatives
• Perform software development duties using best practices - follow industry standards, develop unit tests, participate in code reviews, etc.
• Follow the Allen Institute’s software management and deployment standards including source code management, issue tracking, staging and deployment standards, and documentation

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
• Minimum 1 year of related experience
• Experience with Typescript/CSS/React and deploying web applications
• Experience with Python for scientific computing; for example: numpy, pandas, scipy, xarray, dask
• Experience or interest in performance optimization and scalability
• Familiarity with both relational and document databases
• Solid foundation in matrices and linear algebra

• Experience working on an agile development team
• Enthusiasm for working closely with cross-functional colleagues and stakeholders
• Experience building and maintaining server-side applications, including data access APIs
• Interest in, or experience with, 3D graphics such as OpenGL, Vulkan, Direct
  
  X, three.js
• Experience with AI, running ML models and evaluating results
• Experience with build processes and continuous integration such as Git Hub Actions
• Familiarity with C++
• Strong communication skills

• This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.

$119,650 - $149,550*

• Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of…