Tech Lead (AI/ML)

At Genestack we are tackling the underlying computational and scientific challenges of bioinformatics in order to provide researchers with software tools that will streamline the discovery process and drive forward precision medicine, drug development, and bioinformatics research.

• maintain and evolve the system core, APIs, and related components;
• optimize data storage and backend systems for throughput, latency, and scalability;
• drive architectural evolution and manage tech debt in alignment with the product vision;
• help keep our system AI-ready and future-proof.

• 8+ years in software engineering, with a strong backend focus;
• deep understanding of CS fundamentals (OOP, algorithms, data structures);
• extensive experience with data storages: RDBMS, columnar databases, search engines, and other NoSQL technologies;
• strong experience with messaging systems;
• expert-level Java/Kotlin skills;
• proven success with system-level refactoring;
• ability to detect and resolve performance bottlenecks;
• experience defining and hitting performance benchmarks;
• quick learner in complex domains;
• interest in life sciences, data science, and ML/AI applications;
• excellent communication and collaboration skills;
• fluent in English.

It would be nice if you have:

• knowledge of biology and genetics;
• experience with profiling/tracing/performance tools;
• familiarity with Python.

• international team of professionals;
• fully paid sick leaves;
• onboarding and domain training for newcomers;
• flexible work schedule.