Senior Software Cloud Engineer - Cambridge, MA, US

Only for registered members Cambridge, MA, US, United States

2 days ago

About Vizgen · Vizgen is a rapidly growing company that has commercialized the next generation of single cell spatial genomics tools that enable researchers to gain new insight into the biological systems that underlie human health and disease. The company's groundbreaking MERSCO ...

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About Vizgen

Vizgen is a rapidly growing company that has commercialized the next generation of single cell spatial genomics tools that enable researchers to gain new insight into the biological systems that underlie human health and disease. The company's groundbreaking MERSCOPE product utilizes MERFISH spatial transcriptomics technology to image RNA molecules with high accuracy and unrivaled detection efficiency at subcellular resolution. MERFISH provides transformative insight into a wide range of tissue-scale basic research and translational medicine in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, developmental biology, and regenerative medicine. For more information, go to

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Software Engineer to help build and operate the software ecosystem behind Vizgen's spatial genomics technology. This individual will be responsible for developing high-quality, maintainable software and ensuring its reliable deployment via modern DevOps practices. The role blends hands-on cloud engineering with close collaboration across software, hardware, wet lab, and field support teams to deliver tools that scientists and customers depend on every day.

Responsibilities

Architect, build, and deploy efficient, robust, and maintainable cloud-based services
Implement new capabilities across Vizgen's cloud, instrument-adjacent, and customer-facing software systems
Own IaC-based deployments, CI/CD automation, environment management, and operational stability
Identify, diagnose, and resolve issues across AWS-based services and operational workflows to ensure reliable system behavior and excellent user experience.
Work with scientific teams to ensure the software platform meets evolving research and customer needs

Requirements

BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
Strong programming skills in Python, including writing production-quality backend code
Experience building applications that leverage AWS managed services (e.g., Lambda, AppSync, API Gateway, S3, Cognito, DynamoDB, RDS)
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools and cloud deployment workflows (e.g., Terraform, CDK, Pulumi, or SST)
Ability to write effective SQL queries for relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL)
Solid understanding of authentication and authorization concepts (Cognito, OAuth2/OIDC, JWT, IAM policies)
Strong Linux command-line skills for day-to-day development, debugging, and operations
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across software, scientific, and hardware teams
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to operational correctness, reliability, and maintainability

Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with TypeScript and its use in IaC (e.g., CDK/SST) or AppSync resolver workflows
Experience with React or other modern front-end frameworks sufficient to support and troubleshoot customer-facing SPAs
Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Code Build, or similar) and Git best practices
Familiarity with PL/pgSQL or procedural SQL languages (not required)
Exposure to cloud cost optimization and efficient cloud architecture
Experience working in a product development environment
Familiarity with genomics, spatial biology, or laboratory work

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Vizgen affords equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or gender unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification.

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