Engineer, Data Science

About

DNA Script is a leading company in manufacturing de novo synthetic nucleic acids using enzymatic DNA synthesis (EDS) technology. The company aims at accelerating innovation in life science and technology through the decentralization of rapid, on demand and high-quality DNA synthesis. DNA Script's approach leverages nature's billions of years of evolution in synthesizing DNA to set a new standard for customizing nucleic acid synthesis thus accelerating discovery in genetics, genomics, and synthetic biology. Discovery disciplines with profound impacts upon humanity such as biopharma, translational genetics and even molecular information storage all start with synthetic DNA. The company has recently initiated the commercialization of its first EDS powered platform, the SYNTAX system.

To date, DNA Script has raised over $315M of financing, with leading investors such as Coatue Management, Fidelity Management and Research, Catalio Capital Management, Casdin Capital, LSP, Bpifrance Large Ventures, Danaher, Illumina Ventures, Agilent, Merck Ventures, Sofinnova Partners, Kurma Partners and Eurazeo.

DNA Script also partners on technology and product development with leading organizations such as DARPA, IARPA, Moderna Therapeutics, GE Research, Illumina, the Broad Institute, Harvard University, Institut Pasteur and the French Department of Defense.

DNA Script has its research and manufacturing facilities headquartered in Paris, France, and is in the process of expanding its commercial and development teams in South San Francisco.

Job Description

🧬 Join Us as a Data Science Engineer

Location: Paris, France (Hybrid) | Team: Software Engineering | Type: Full-time


🔍 The Opportunity

At DNA Script, we’re reimagining how DNA is made — faster, cleaner, and smarter. As a Data Science Engineer, you'll turn complex scientific data into real-time insights that help our teams innovate in synthetic biology, genomics, and diagnostics.

If you're passionate about machine learning, data infrastructure, and scientific discovery, this is your chance to shape the future of biotech.

🧠 What You’ll Work On

  • Analyze data from DNA printers & R&D workflows
  • Build machine learning & deep learning models
  • Design and scale data pipelines
  • Define and evolve our company-wide data model
  • Help bring our AI strategy to life
  • Partner with scientists and engineers to solve real-world problems

🎯 What You Bring

✅ Degree (Master or PhD) in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field
✅ Strong Python skills (Jupyter, Pandas, Flask, Dash, etc.)
✅ Hands-on experience with ML models & data wrangling
✅ Excellent communication — you translate between tech & science with ease
✅ Proactive mindset, eager to learn and collaborate
✨ Bonus: Power BI or BI tools experience
🌍 Fluent English required

💡 Why DNA Script?

  • Work at the cutting edge of synthetic biology and AI
  • Grow in a fast-moving, impact-driven startup
  • Join a diverse, international team of innovators
  • Competitive compensation + top-tier benefits
  • Flexible hybrid work & supportive culture

🚀 Let’s Build the Future of Biotech Together

Whether you're a data scientist ready for a new challenge or a curious engineer looking to apply your skills in life sciences — we want to hear from you.

👉 Apply now

Additional Information

  • Contract Type: Full-Time
  • Location: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre