Software Engineer Associate

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Thyme lab uses zebrafish as a model system to understand mechanisms of learning, model neurodevelopmental disorders, and conduct possible drug treatments. In this role, the Software Engineer Associate will work alongside researchers to develop and optimize software solutions that support our lab, ranging from large-scale data processing pipelines to computer vision algorithms for animal behavior tracking to machine-learning for computational drug discovery. This position requires a developer that is in touch with new trends and is familiar with rapid development. The position requires individuals to be detail oriented, organized, independent, responsible and accountable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop algorithms and software frameworks to enhance research capabilities in the lab's focus areas.
• Build and optimize data pipeline for processing large datasets and ensure robust integration with other lab systems.
• Follow Agile/ITIL/SDLC methodology, including assisting with inspections and post implementation reviews required.
• Contribute to technical design, code, testing, and debugging efforts.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of proper technical and user documentation for each system in a consistent and structured manner.
• Ensure quality control through testing and debugging software for accuracy, completeness, and system integrity.
• Development of skills and expertise in present and emerging technologies by participating in formal training when possible and by independent self-teaching and tutorials.
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience
• 0-2 years of related experience
• Proficiency in Python, including familiarity with NumPy, Pandas, and OpenCV
• Experience programming and designing embedded systems (Arduino)
• Proficiency with soldering.
• Some familiarity with KiCAD / SOLIDWORKS
• Object-oriented analysis, design and programming skills
• Experience working in / Knowledge of Agile/Scrum framework
• Solid interpersonal skills, with ability to work well with people of all levels of information technology expertise and comfort in varied organizational relationships.
• Experience using modern development processes/tools and developing through the complete Software Development Life Cycle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 0-2+ years demonstrated experience with multiple technology disciplines: including windows environment
• Experience with computer vision, C++, and/or machine learning
• Visualization frameworks in Python (e.g., seaborn, matplotlib)
• Familiarity with cluster computing for large-scale analysis
• Some exposure to biological fields such as neuroscience or biochemistry