Software Engineer, Schemas & Object Framework
Benchling is a company focused on unlocking the power of biotechnology through modern software solutions. As a software engineer on the Schemas and Object Framework team, you will design and build platform systems that enhance data modeling for biotech applications, ensuring optimal data handling and integrity. Responsibilities Lead high-impact projects from design through to deployment and operation Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers across Platform and Applications teams to translate business needs into effective solutions Collaborate with technical leaders and teammates to contribute to team growth, drive improvements in engineering processes and tools, and foster a culture of excellence Improve the maintainability, consistency, scalability, and developer experience of high-impact internal data modeling APIs Skills 1+ years of experience in a fulltime software engineering role, backend or full stack Ideally in SaaS with platform development experience Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to iterate on feedback and deliver high-impact solutions Proficiency in backend development, API design, data management Experience in Web Application development is highly desirable Experience leading & delivering projects from start to finish, independently or as a part of a larger team Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment Willing to work out of our SF office 3 days a week Enthusiasm for diving into complex technical challenges and a keen interest in the life sciences domain, with a willingness to learn and adapt Benefits Competitive total rewards package Broad range of medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents Fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits Four months of fully paid parental leave 401(k) + Employer Match Commuter benefits for in-office employees and a generous home office set up stipend for remote employees Mental health benefits, including therapy and coaching, for employees and their dependents Monthly Wellness stipend Learning and development stipend Generous and flexible vacation Company-wide Winter holiday shutdown Sabbaticals for 5-year and 10-year anniversaries Company Overview Benchling is an IT company that provides a cloud-based software platform for biology researchers and research and development organizations. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Benchling has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 19 in 2025, 24 in 2024, 11 in 2023, 18 in 2022, 10 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.