Senior Engineer, Full Stack Development (R&D)

Your experience includes...

• Holding at least a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar, with 5+ years of experience in the field.
• Experience in the biotechnology industry.
• Proficiency in using Python.
• Experience with AWS technologies such as Lambda, RDS, EC2, ALB, and API Gateway.
• Knowledge of Docker.
• It's a bonus if you have:
  • Knowledge of the Serverless Framework.
  • Experience with React, Vue.js, or another modern JavaScript framework.
  • Experience with authentication and authorization frameworks, such as Oauth and SAML.

You are interested in...

• Being involved in full stack development within AWS environments, playing a crucial role in the development of software solutions for laboratory automation and scientific data analysis.
• A dynamic approach to engaging in and contribute to the development of system architecture and design.
• Innovating by developing services that adhere to best coding practices.
• Designing software applications that streamline computational biology analyses.
• Implementing and optimize both relational and NoSQL database systems.
• Participating in the development of front-end applications using JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS.
• Becoming part of a dynamic, expanding team in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

About you:
You are an energetic, adaptable, and collaborative individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously and works well both independently and as part of our team.
Tessera employees are creative and collaborative problem solvers. They have a strong sense of integrity and unwavering commitment to scientific excellence.
Meet your Manager:
All inquiries regarding the posted position should be directed to the Talent Partner (see below). Interested individuals must apply directly to be considered for the opening.
Ian Donaldson, Principal Engineer
Ian is a Principal Software Engineer with expertise in developing software solutions for the biotech industry. With a strong background in Python, AWS, and Serverless, Ian has led innovations at companies like Tessera Therapeutics, Invitae, and Ellucian. Recently relocating to Colorado, Ian enjoys spending his free time exploring the outdoors.
Meet our Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Meet your Talent Partner:
Annie Edminster, Employee Experience and Talent Lead
Originally from Maine, Annie obtained her Bachelor of Science from Syracuse University. She spent eight years in Biotech, Engineering and Tech agency recruitment, then joined Tessera in 2022. Annie loves watching her new hires grow in their careers and getting to know her colleagues from all over the world! She lives in New Hampshire with her robot-building husband, two feisty daughters, and two Siberian cats.
Tessera offers a competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits currently include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Company Summary:
Tessera Therapeutics is pioneering Gene Writing™- a new biotechnology designed to offer scientists and clinicians the ability to write small and large therapeutic messages into the genome, thereby curing diseases at their source. Gene Writing holds the potential to become a new category in genetic medicine, building upon recent breakthroughs in gene therapy and gene editing while eliminating important limitations in their reach, utilization, and efficacy. Tessera Therapeutics was founded by Flagship Pioneering, a life sciences innovation enterprise that conceives, resources, and develops first-in-category companies to transform human health and sustainability.
More about Tessera Therapeutics:
Tessera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic identified by federal, state, or local laws where we operate. Tessera provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. To begin an interactive dialogue with Tessera regarding a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied, please contact the recruiter or
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Tessera Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Tessera Therapeutics or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Tessera Therapeutics' internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Tessera Therapeutics, and Tessera Therapeutics will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.