Lead Software Engineer, Platform
PostEra
About this role
This role leads the architectural design and development of PostEra's Proton drug discovery platform, focusing on scalable systems that support many concurrent projects. The position combines hands-on backend engineering with strategic decisions around data architecture, microservices, and ML-driven workflows. The engineer will collaborate closely with scientists and ML experts to bring novel machine learning research into production for drug discovery. The role also includes mentoring engineers and directly managing a small team as part of a minimalist, highly collaborative organization.
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About PostEra
postera.aiPostEra is a 21st-century biopharma company that applies machine learning to medicinal chemistry. Its Proton AI platform designs and optimizes small molecules and synthesis plans to accelerate discovery and shorten the timeline for new medicines. PostEra works with pharma, biotech, and academic partners to prioritize compounds, streamline synthesis, and advance therapeutic candidates toward patients.
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Jan 7, 2025
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About PostEra
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$190k – $220k
per year
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