Job Title: Scientific Applications Engineer/DataOps Manager

Location: Seattle, WA OR Redmond, WA

Reports to: Scientific Director

About Us:

At Just-Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged, it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role:

As a software engineer, this role involves the development and application of software systems and methods for large scale data capture, management, and analysis across the entire biotherapeutic development process. It requires strong knowledge of software development practices, including the development of web-based interfaces to scientific applications. It also requires working closely with other scientific developers, lab, and data scientists to develop data management and analysis systems to improve biotherapeutic development.

As a DataOps Manager, this role involves the monitoring and troubleshooting of data pipelines and platforms to ensure uptime, performance, and correctness. It includes the management and triage of user feedback and bug reports, forwarding them to the appropriate functional teams. Additionally, this role oversees user adoption, training development, and coordinates internal client communication.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, a desire to learn new scientific concepts and domains, and an ability to work directly with scientific staff across multiple disciplines are also required.

What You'll Do:

Work independently or as a team member to develop and/or implement data handling and analysis systems

Develop code and data structure definitions for integrating and visualizing data from various scientific and laboratory sources into databases and related data management systems

Support and extend existing data management and visualization pipelines, code, and databases

Work with scientific staff to collect requirements, understand workflows, and review prototype systems

Communicate results to senior management

Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and platforms to ensure uptime and performance

Manage user feedback and bug reports, forwarding them to appropriate functional teams

Support user adoption, develop training programs, and communicate changes in data practices

Who You Are:

B.S., M.S., or equivalent experience with strong experience in scientific software development

Strong experience in Java development, with proficiency with other programming languages such as Python or R

Experience with relational databases and typical raw data exchange formats

Experience with web UI frameworks such as PrimeFaces, ExtJs, or AngularJS

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong focus on quality and attention to detail

Possess effective task/time management organizational skills

Ability to work in small groups as well as independently

Ability to organize, analyze/interpret, and effectively communicate results

Experience with AWS or other cloud solutions

Familiarity with code versioning tools

Familiarity with the LabKey system

Scientific data visualization experience

Scientific algorithm development experience

Familiarity with handling of NGS and genomic data

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $102,000 to $120,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Scientific Applications Engineer/DataOps Manager (Seattle or Redmond, WA)