Search & Data Engineer

Initially reporting to the Sr. Director of Data Science, this position will lead the creation and deployment of search, recommendation, and LLM systems for BioMADE’s 300-member organization community and the general bioindustrial community. Beyond search technology, the candidate will work with the BioMADE Data team to build clean, efficient, and extendable data pipelines for bioproduction-centered collaboration across industry, academia, and the Department of Defense.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize search algorithms and infrastructure to provide relevant and fast search results.
• Develop search features such as indexing, ranking, autocomplete, faceting, and query expansion.
• Build and maintain scalable, high-performance search solutions using technologies like Solr, OpenSearch, and AWS Bedrock.
• Build and maintain data pipelines to collect, process, normalize, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources.
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity throughout the search and data pipelines.
• Manage stakeholder relations and requirements with staff and Members of BioMADE.
• Present solutions and findings to stakeholder and Members at all levels within BioMADE.
• Collaborate with other members of the team to provide collaborative solutions.
• Roadmapping, drafting technical specs, project scoping, and creating internal documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred) in computer science, engineering, physical sciences, or related discipline.
• Must possess 5+ years (7+ preferred) building search, recommendation, or LLM systems and the data pipelines that support them.
• Must possess expertise in at least one programing language such as Python (preferred), Java, or Scala.
• Must have expertise with SQL databases and ETL pipelines.
• A solid understanding of search engine optimization techniques, information retrieval, and ranking algorithms is required.
• Must possess familiarity with machine learning, NLP, and AI techniques to improve search relevance and recommendations.
• Must possess familiarity with updating and fine tuning LLM models.
• Familiarity with cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP required.
• Must possess the ability to manage stakeholder discussions and manage your own projects.
• Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to create and deliver presentations.

About Us

BioMADE is a public-private partnership at the forefront of the exciting bioindustrial manufacturing industry. Bioindustrial manufacturing is transforming how we make products in the U.S. – from chemicals to materials to food and more. Working with our network of nearly 300 leading industry, academic, and nonprofit members, BioMADE is securing America’s future through bioindustrial manufacturing innovation, education, and collaboration.

By harnessing the power of biology, BioMADE and its members are creating more robust and resilient supply chains, making the U.S. more self-sufficient, re-shoring manufacturing jobs, and producing more environmentally sustainable products without relying on traditional petroleum sources. BioMADE is also building a diverse and globally competitive STEM workforce to ensure American workers are prepared and ready to fill new jobs within this rapidly growing industry. National interest and momentum for bioindustrial manufacturing is at an all-time high. Join this dynamic, growing organization to make a difference in the future of bioindustrial manufacturing!

BioMADE recognizes the value of diversity in the scientific endeavor. We nurture merit, talent, and achievement by supporting equal opportunity and encouraging diversity and welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs to join us in our mission to enable domestic bioindustrial manufacturing at all scales. Research indicates that individuals who identify as male tend to apply for jobs when they meet just 60% of the criteria, while individuals who identify as female and individuals from marginalized groups only apply if they are a 100% match. If you are passionate about mission-driven organizations and believe that you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you do not meet all the qualifications, please apply. We appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

BioMADE offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience, an annual bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% employer-paid medical (base plan), dental, and vision insurance for employees and a generous contribution toward dependent coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending plan, a robust 401(k) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar up to 6% match, accrued Paid Time Off, and a generous holiday calendar. We also offer a hybrid work environment for many positions, casual dress, free parking, internet and cell phone stipend, and continuing skillset development opportunities.

Export Control Disclaimer

This position will involve access to hardware, commodities, and technical information subject to the Export Administration Regulations or International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, any hiring decision might depend in part on the BioMADE's ability to obtain or rely on federal government authorization as required, if you are not a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., asylee, refugee, or other qualifying protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

EOE Statement

BioMADE is an equal opportunity employer to all and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.