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Rare genetic diseases affect 400 million people worldwide. A diagnosis takes five years due to genetic testing challenges. In the near future, understanding the results of sequencing the patient's genome will be the main challenge. The current manual process requires a high level of expertise and a lot of time to determine which of thousands of genetic aspects of a patient are responsible for the disease. Genetic disease patients needing a diagnosis don't have that time. How can we streamline this process? At Nostos Genomics, we believe technology like machine learning and simplicity are key.

We are a venture-backed healthtech startup supported by leading investors and scientists on a mission to improve the lives of 400 million people around the world who suffer from rare diseases. The platform we have developed uses artificial intelligence and computational biology to decipher how changes in our DNA can lead to disease. Through this platform, we enable genetic testing labs to provide clear and fast diagnoses to more patients.

For this, we've gathered one of the best teams of experts in genomics, machine learning, and business development. Our people aren't just part of a team, they're part of something bigger. Together, we share the mission of building AION, our platform part of a new generation of precision medicine that allows rare disease patients to make informed decisions about their health.  

Your role

We are looking for a Frontend Software Engineer with solid experience building web applications to help us build a cutting-edge genetic diagnostics platform. As a member of our Engineering team, you will help develop, implement and maintain our web app using Angular within the Nx workspace environment. You will be expected to:

Write clean, efficient, maintainable and well-documented code following industry best practices.

Troubleshoot and debug application issues, identify bottlenecks and propose solutions.

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.

Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in Angular development and Nx workspace.

Ideally, you will take ownership of your work and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving.

You will work with other frontend software engineers in a cross-functional tech team, working closely with the QA team to identify and fix bugs and ensure application stability. You will also collaborate with the backend team to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow, as well as with designers, product managers and specialists in genomics to translate UI/UX designs into functional applications that enable us to provide high-quality services to our clients. This role allows work from anywhere in Europe.

We foster a flexible work environment and encourage applications from candidates that are either based in Berlin or would work remotely with a willingness to travel to Berlin occasionally. 

Job requirements

Who we are looking for

2-4+ years of professional experience in software engineering

You have a proven track record of experience in developing web applications using Angular.

Proficiency in Nx workspace and familiarity with its features and capabilities.

Strong understanding of TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.

Experience with modern front-end tools and frameworks (Webpack, Babel, etc.).

Knowledge of RESTful APIs and integration of backend services.

Follows engineering best practices, such as having the ability to write efficient, reusable and testable code and familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Willingness to learn and openness to feedback

What will make you stand out

Experience with other JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, etc.).

Knowledge of server-side technologies (Node.js, Express.js, etc.).

Familiarity with testing frameworks (Jest, Karma, Protractor, etc.).

Ability to communicate technical ideas to people from other areas of expertise

Experience with remote work

What we are offering

Work on a mission with social impact, aiming to improve the quality of life of 400 million people around the world.

Take ownership and participate in our success with equity options

A dynamic and flexible work environment allows you to work from anywhere within Europe.

Offices in Berlin with everything you need to work comfortably including meeting rooms, kitchen, barista, (optional) social events and sports activities.

A friendly work environment with a high degree of autonomy, freedom, trust and responsibility.

Room for professional growth within the company, allowing you to initiate projects, gain new skills and influence our direction.

Meet your colleagues during our in-person get-togethers and work weeks hosted throughout Europe.

What we value in our team

Our team reflects the interdisciplinary collaboration required to solve this big challenge – ranging from software and data science to genetics and healthcare. We are a proudly diverse, international group of creative problem-solvers and humble learners who care about positively impacting society and are also aware of the trust placed in us. This is why we value transparency and kindness, taking ownership and we encourage your personal growth. We see diversity as a core feature of our team and we encourage you to apply especially if you are from an underrepresented group.