Full Stack Developer (Drug Discovery)
Are you passionate about combining chemistry, software, and AI to push the boundaries of what’s possible in scientific discovery? We’re seeking a Full Stack Developer to help develop cutting‑edge computational tools that accelerate chemical research and automation.
Responsibilities
* Build scalable full‑stack applications (frontend + backend) that integrate these algorithms into research platforms.
* Curate and manage chemical datasets for machine learning applications.
* Develop and deploy AI/ML models to support chemical synthesis planning and prediction.
* Create and maintain robust data infrastructures, including relational and graph databases.
* Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams of chemists, engineers, and software developers.
Skillset required
* PhD in Computer Science, Cheminformatics, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or equivalent experience.
* 3+ years’ experience in full‑stack software development (Python + React specifically).
* Experience designing and implementing backend services and APIs exclusively using Python frameworks such as FastAPI.
* Experience deploying and maintaining applications on cloud platforms such as AWS using K8S.
* Knowledge of modern software practices (CI/CD, Git, testing, code review).
* Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and non‑technical teams.
Nice‑to‑have skills
* Hands‑on experience with retrosynthesis tools.
* Familiarity with databases (SQL, NoSQL, graph).
* Experience deploying and scaling AI/ML applications.
* Knowledge of HPC environments and large‑scale data pipelines.
* Leadership or mentoring in interdisciplinary teams.
This is a chance to be part of a growing team shaping the future of automated chemical discovery. You’ll work at the intersection of chemistry, robotics, software, and AI, turning ground‑breaking research into real‑world applications.
Job Type – Full‑time
Seniority Level – Mid‑Senior Level
Industries – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location – Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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