We are seeking an experienced frontend or full stack developer with experience writing well tested and maintainable React frontends. This person will work collaboratively with fellow software engineers in support of our three science teams. This is an exciting opportunity to join our accomplished and diverse organisation, recognised for its groundbreaking greenSynth™ DNA synthesis technology. The successful candidate will have a key role in the refinement and future development of our web frontend supporting innovative research activities and our multinational clients.

This is an office-based role, working within our flexible working policy.

Role Responsibilities

• Refine and develop the existing frontend for the Cimban web app

• Develop additional frontends in collaboration with lab scientists and clients, using both React and Benchling canvas apps

• Data mining for continual technology improvements

• Train others in frontend best practices

• Present results at internal company meetings

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree in computer science, maths, physics, computational biology or related field

• React

• Typescript

• Vite

• Storybook

• Experience of Linux

• Collaborative, can-do approach with excellent communication skills and desire to work as part of a high-performing team

Desirable Skills and Experience

• UX design using Figma or equivalent software

• Python

• FastAPI

• Alembic

• AWS

• Terraform

• Cybersecurity and secure software development practices

• Bioinformatics

• Relational database design and development (SQL)

• Laboratory information management systems, preferably Benchling

Title: Frontend/Full stack Developer
Location: Chesterford Research Park, Cambridge
Holidays: 30 days + Bank Holidays
Benefits: Flexible working, stock option plans, discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare cover including dental and mental health counselling, paid volunteering days, and company social events.
Park Facilities: On-site restaurant and gym, electric charging points and shuttle bus to Cambridge.

Application Deadline: 09/06/2025

Shortlisting Deadline: 11/06/2025

Interview Dates: Week beginning 16th June.

If you have any questions about the role or the company please get in contact via our chat service on our careers homepage.

Camena Bioscience embraces diversity of our employees and their opinions. We are a small, committed team trying to make diversity, equity and inclusion part of everything we do. We are an equal opportunities employer and remove biases by performing systematic, blind recruiting.