Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

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

 

🌍 We're Hiring: Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

📍 Location: Le Kremlin-Bicêtre (Paris area, France)
🕒 Start date: ASAP
🔬 Industry: Biotechnology | Synthetic Biology | Instrumentation


🧩 What you’ll do

As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining the software that powers our DNA On Demand platform—from the web console to instrument control. 

Your mission:

  • Lead the development and maintenance of our web-based Console application (TypeScript, React, NestJS)

  • Shape UX/UI workflows based on real-world user feedback.

  • Take part in software architecture discussions and code reviews

  • Work with the QA team on software testing.

  • Support field engineers with debugging and troubleshooting.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with scientists, engineers, and product managers to define features and validate requirements.

  • Mentor other teams (bioinformatics, data science) on software skills and best practices.

  • Contribute to documentation and help with software deployment and DevOps activities. 

  • Own your projects, meet deadlines, and deliver quality software. 

What we're looking for

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 3–6 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Strong experience with TypeScript (or JavaScript) and web development.
  • Familiarity with ReactNestJS, or similar modern web frameworks.
  • Good understanding of software design and architecture principles.
  • Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a diverse team.
  • Comfortable using Git and modern CI/CD tools.
  • Good English communication skills — able to participate in conversations, and read and write effectively in English

 Nice to have:

  • Knowledge of Linux/Unix environmentsPythonMQTTProtocol Buffers.
  • Expertise in object-oriented programming
  • Experience in biotechinstrumentation, or embedded systems, IoT.
  • Interest or experience in mentoring interns, contractors, or junior developers. 

🚀 Why join DNA Script?

  • Work on cutting-edge tech with real-world scientific impact.

  • Be part of a mission-driven startup that’s changing synthetic biology.

  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of world-class experts.

  • Enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced, and innovation-first culture.


👉 Ready to code the future of DNA synthesis?Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary—together.

Additional Information

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