Lead Software Engineer (UI Engineer)

🏢 About Cadence

Cadence (specifically OpenEye, Cadence Molecular Sciences) is an industry leader in computational molecular design. We deliver robust, scalable software and technology services that advance pharmaceuticals, biologics, and fragrances. Our platform, Orion, combines HPC and in-browser 3D visualization to enable scientists to model billions of compounds in-silico, solving the world's toughest drug discovery challenges.

🎯 The Role

As a Lead UI Engineer, you will be at the intersection of science and software. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of designers and scientists to enhance Orion's UI capabilities. This role involves tackling unique challenges in scientific visualization, collaboration, and high-performance data management. You will lead the charge in building cutting-edge features while modernizing our existing ecosystem.

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Core: Vue.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, Nuxt.js
• State Management: Pinia, VueX
• Specialized: WebGL, WebAssembly, Web Workers
• Infrastructure: AWS, Python, HPC (High-Performance Computing)
• Testing/DevOps: Unit & E2E testing, CI/CD pipelines

💼 What You'll Do

• Lead the development of complex, interactive 3D modeling interfaces in the browser.
• Collaborate across time zones with development, science, and design peers.
• Troubleshoot and debug intricate software systems to ensure enterprise-grade stability.
• Push the boundaries of web technologies like WebGL and WebAssembly for scientific use cases.
• Maintain high standards of integrity and excellence within a collaborative, energetic environment.

✅ What You'll Need

• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in developing complex software systems.
• Expertise: Deep knowledge of TypeScript, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
• Frameworks: Proficiency in the Vue ecosystem (Vue, Pinia, Nuxt).
• CS Fundamentals: Solid grasp of data structures and algorithms.
• Mindset: A passion for learning new technologies and a problem-solving attitude.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related scientific field (Biology/Chemistry).

🌟 Nice to Have

• Background or interest in Life Sciences or Molecular Design.
• Experience with Python and AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with WebGL for advanced graphics rendering.