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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Data Science - **Company:** Wave Life Sciences - **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $162,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Python (Programming Language), Software Construction, Web Application Frameworks, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Backend, Fastapi, Build Management, Production Code, Data Analytics, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Software Version Control, Legacy Systems, Microservices - **Published:** May 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://ectf.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/479/?mode=location ## About the Role Leveling (Software Engineer or Senior Software Engineer) will be determined based on experience and demonstrated skillset., * Bachelor's with 8 years of related experience, Master's with 6 years of related experience. * Experience building full stack applications - both backend APIs and frontend UIs in a production environment. * Hands-on experience with Python and at least one backend web framework (Flask, FastAPI, or similar). * Proficiency with React or a modern frontend framework. * Strong foundation in software engineering best practices - testing, clean code, and maintainability. * A track record of reviewing production code and providing constructive, actionable feedback. * Familiarity with relational databases and data modeling. * Comfort with version control, automated testing, and CI/CD workflows. * Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. * Experience designing scalable systems using microservices architecture preferred. * Experience with microfrontend architecture preferred. * Experience working with distributed or offshore engineering teams preferred. * Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks preferred. * Experience modernizing legacy systems or workflows preferred. * Background in scientific, analytical, or data-driven environments preferred, * Full stack ownership - taking a feature from API design to UI polish * Engineering judgment - making thoughtful trade-offs between speed, quality, and complexity * Readable, maintainable code - writing for the next developer, not just the current sprint * Pragmatic problem-solving - finding the right solution, not just the clever one * Ownership and accountability - following through from design to deployment * Continuous improvement - always looking for ways to make the codebase better * Clear communication - explaining ideas, decisions, and trade-offs with clarity ## Description We're looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to help build, modernize, and scale internal applications and services that support scientific and operational workflows across the organization., * Design and build backend services and APIs that are reliable, well-tested, and built to last. * Build and maintain user-facing interfaces using React or modern frontend frameworks. * Own features end-to-end - from API design to UI implementation. * Shape technical direction by contributing to architecture discussions and design decisions. * Elevate engineering quality through thoughtful code reviews and by championing best practices. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/354-coffee-with-developers) - [Intro to FastAPI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/462-intro-to-fastapi) - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! 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