Software Engineer, Backend (Performance and Observability)

Who you are

You have a solid background in backend engineering with a focus on performance and observability — your experience includes designing and implementing internal libraries and tooling that adhere to industry best practices. You understand the importance of collaboration with cross-functional teams to address performance issues and improve customer experience.

You possess deep expertise in Java and are familiar with SRE principles — your technical skills enable you to identify performance bottlenecks and propose effective solutions. You thrive in environments where you can take ownership of projects and influence engineering priorities through your unique perspective.

You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment — your ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders allows you to drive initiatives that enhance system performance. You are passionate about leveraging technology to unlock the potential of biotechnology and contribute to meaningful advancements in the field.

Desirable

Experience with observability tools and practices is a plus — you understand how to implement monitoring and alerting systems that provide insights into application performance. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and performance optimization techniques will further enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design, develop, and implement internal libraries and tooling that adhere to observability best practices — your work will directly impact the performance of Benchling's R&D Cloud. You will have the autonomy to identify and propose performance improvements across the technology stack, ensuring that the applications run efficiently and effectively.

You will collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to understand performance bottlenecks and areas for improvement — your insights will help shape engineering priorities and enhance the overall customer experience. You will also be responsible for building resources that empower teams to monitor and optimize performance effectively.

Your contributions will play a crucial role in enabling Benchling to scale and meet increasing demand — you will be at the forefront of driving technological advancements that support the mission of unlocking the power of biotechnology. You will engage in continuous learning and improvement, staying updated on industry trends and best practices in performance engineering.

What we offer

At Benchling, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to transforming the biotechnology landscape — we offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged. You will have opportunities for professional growth and development, with access to resources that support your career advancement.

We believe in the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to accommodate your needs — our San Francisco office provides a vibrant atmosphere for collaboration and creativity. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the world of biotechnology.