Benchling

Software Engineer, Full Stack (Enterprise Lifecycle)

Benchling1 months ago
Location

San Francisco, CA

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 186,622 – 252,488

Level

Senior

Role

Full Stack Engineer

Posted

Feb 9, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

Benchling is seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Engineer to join their Enterprise Lifecycle team, focusing on building critical systems for regulated biotechnology environments. The ideal candidate will design scalable solutions that enable enterprise customers to navigate complex regulatory processes, with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and meaningful impact on global health innovation.

What you'll do

Technical Leadership: Drive design and development of innovative products and systems that advance Benchling's product and business goals, serving as a technical expert within the team
System Architecture: Independently architect and implement solutions for complex problems including audit coverage, scalable export systems, document lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance workflows
Project Management: Lead large, sophisticated initiatives spanning multiple quarters, breaking down ambiguous requirements into concrete technical plans and iterative delivery milestones
Code Quality: Write exceptionally well-documented, well-tested code that follows company best practices and serves as an example for others
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with product management, design, and stakeholders to translate customer needs into technical solutions

What we look for

Technical

Backend DevelopmentStrong experience building backend systems and APIs for cloud-based web applications
Full Stack CapabilitiesSolid understanding of frontend development and ability to build full-stack solutions
Software ArchitectureProven ability to design scalable, robust software architectures aligned with business requirements

Education

DegreeBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

Professional Experience8+ years of software engineering experience with demonstrated progression of increasing scope and impact
Technical LeadershipExperience as a technical lead on significant projects involving multiple engineers across multiple quarters

Skills

Required skills

Backend DevelopmentExpertise in building scalable cloud-based backend systems
Full Stack DevelopmentComprehensive full-stack development skills across frontend and backend technologies
System DesignAdvanced system design and architectural planning capabilities

Nice to have

Regulatory Compliance KnowledgeUnderstanding of GxP regulations or FDA submission processes
AI/ML IntegrationExperience with AI and large language model technologies

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 186,622 – 252,488 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Flexible Hybrid Work

3-day in-office work arrangement (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)

Diversity and Inclusion

Commitment to hiring diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace

Career Development

Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in cutting-edge biotechnology software

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to discuss background and role fit
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — Comprehensive technical assessment of coding skills, system design, and problem-solving abilities
  3. 3
    Team Interview — Multiple interviews with team members to assess technical expertise and cultural alignment
  4. 4
    Final Interview — Discussion with senior leadership about role expectations and team vision
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Benchling

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Benchling is a cloud-based platform for life sciences research and development, offering digital solutions for scientific data management, collaboration, and process optimization.

San Francisco, CA, USAFounded 2011benchling.com

Tech Stack

Languages
PythonJavaScript
Frameworks
ReactDjango
Databases
PostgreSQLMongoDB
Tools
AWSDocker
Other
CI/CD
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