FoodLabs is hiring a
Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Mycolever as the Head of Software Engineering to lead the development of a biocompound discovery platform, utilizing cloud-based technologies, AI, and data science within a biotech context. Align engineering strategy with company's mission and objectives, build and manage a high-performing team, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive innovation.

Requirements

• Strong track record in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably within a fast-paced startup or biotech environment
• Proven track record of managing and scaling engineering teams, with strong leadership and mentorship skills
• Expertise in developing complex B2B software and services in an agile environment, with proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++
• Deep knowledge of cloud technologies (Google Cloud, Azure, AWS) and experience with modern software development tools (Jira, Confluence, GitHub/GitLab)
• Strong experience with AI/ML techniques, data engineering, and knowledge graph development, including tools like Neo4j
• Ability to drive innovation by staying ahead of trends in bioinformatics, AI, and data science
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proven ability to balance short-term goals with long-term vision
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to leadership, with a focus on fostering a dynamic and inclusive engineering culture

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the engineering strategy, aligning it with Mycolever’s overall mission and business objectives
• Lead the development and enhancement of our cloud-based biocompound discovery platform, integrating cutting-edge AI and machine learning techniques
• Build and manage a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including biologists, chemists, and data scientists, to ensure that engineering efforts are aligned with scientific discoveries and customer needs
• Implement best practices in software development, data management, and security, ensuring scalability, reliability, and user-friendliness of the platform
• Drive the integration of multi-omics data and deep learning techniques to expand our understanding of fungal chemistry and accelerate discovery

Benefits

• Leadership Opportunity: Lead a talented and interdisciplinary engineering team in a mission-driven startup
• Impactful Work: Shape the future of the industrial bioeconomy by developing pioneering technologies
• Flexible Work Environment: Hybrid options near Bonn/Rheinbach or Munich, or fully remote with occasional office visits
• Growth and Ownership: Equity options in a growing startup and rapid career advancement opportunities
• Health & Wellness: Urban Sports Club membership
• Networking: Access to exclusive industry and investor networks, and regular team events