Company description
Mitra Bio is building the future of skincare through epigenetics, longevity science, and data. Backed by Khosla Ventures, Illumina, and Innovate UK, we help people better understand their skin over time using simple, non-invasive skin sampling and advanced data analysis. Our goal is to make highly personalised skincare more effective, accessible, and science-driven.
Role description
We are looking for a skilled software engineer to help the Engineering Team refactor the ‘research-level’ code into production-ready code. You will work closely with the Data Science Team and support seamless integration with their pipelines.
What you’ll own
- Expanding and optimizing our cloud & AI infrastructure and data pipeline architecture
- Optimising data flow and collection throughout our custom-built Clinical Management Interface (CMI) connecting our applications with APIs, e-commerce systems, and internal platforms
- Partnering closely with the Data Science team to support seamless integration with their pipelines
What we’re looking for
- Minimum 5 years professional software development experience
- Expert proficiency in Python in software development and data science/processing
- Proven experience in refactoring “research-level” code into production-ready software
- Proven experience working with large data, data models, deploying and using AI models
- Proven experience of collaborating effectively in cross-functional team environment
- Software skills include: OOP, test-driven development, unit testing (pytest), Git, CI/CD
- Clear technical writing/documenting
- Working knowledge of R
- Familiarity with cloud environments (ideally AWS)
- Familiarity with containerisation
- Experience with workflow management systems (e.g. Snakemake, Nextflow, Airflow, Dagster)
- Comfortable with MLOps
Our team is primarily hybrid in London, but for this role we’re also open to strong candidates located elsewhere in the UK who prefer to work primarily remotely.
Why join us
- 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays in England and Wales
- Join a fast-growing, mission-driven startup at an early stage
- Build a product that directly impacts consumers in a meaningful way
- A collaborative, ambitious team of scientists, engineers, and operators building something genuinely new
- Strong in-person/hybrid culture, fast feedback loops, and zero bureaucracy
- Backing from world-class investors and experienced founders
- A fast-moving environment where great ideas can quickly become reality
Interview process
- 30 minute screen with Talent Acquisition
- 1 hour meeting with the Engineering Team
- 45 minute meeting with the Data Science Team
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Mitra Bio, we believe the best ideas, products, and breakthroughs come from diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and ways of thinking — including those who may not meet every qualification listed in the job description. We are committed to creating a fair and accessible hiring process and building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
