Software Engineer II
Quick Summary
Software Engineer II The mission of Allen Institute for Cell Science is to develop a comprehensive and holistic approach to measure, describe,
- Front end: create and maintain core functionality of image analysis, visualization, and data management tools
- Implement front end design solutions to specification
- Develop Python code to directly assist scientists to simplify and scale their work
- Optimize loading, saving, and converting large image arrays with metadata
- Collect requirements and find opportunities for new tools
- Actively participate in collaboration with design, giving thoughtful input on technical approach and/or alternatives
- Perform software development duties using best practices - follow industry standards, develop unit tests, participate in code reviews, etc.
- Follow the Allen Institute’s software management and deployment standards including source code management, issue tracking, staging and deployment standards, and documentation
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent combination of degree and experience
- Minimum 1 year of related experience
- Experience with Typescript/CSS/React and deploying web applications
- Experience with Python for scientific computing; for example: numpy, pandas, scipy, xarray, dask
- Experience or interest in performance optimization and scalability
- Familiarity with both relational and document databases
- Solid foundation in matrices and linear algebra
Nice to Have
~1 min read- Experience working on an agile development team
- Enthusiasm for working closely with cross-functional colleagues and stakeholders
- Experience building and maintaining server-side applications, including data access APIs
- Interest in, or experience with, 3D graphics such as OpenGL, Vulkan, DirectX, three.js
- Experience with AI, running ML models and evaluating results
- Experience with build processes and continuous integration such as GitHub Actions
- Familiarity with C++
- Strong communication skills
- This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.
$119,650 - $149,550*
* Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of skills relevant to the role, and work location, where applicable.
What We Offer
~1 min readEmployees (and their families) are eligible to enroll in benefits per eligibility rules outlined in the Allen Institute’s Benefits Guide. These benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Allen Institute’s 401k plan. Paid time off is also available as outlined in the Allen Institutes Benefits Guide. Details on the Allen Institute’s benefits offering are located at the following link to the Benefits Guide: https://alleninstitute.org/careers/benefits.
It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- May 21, 2026
- Last seen
- May 21, 2026
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- 0
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- 0
- Trust Level
- 52%
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- May 21, 2026
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