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Senior Backend Software Engineer

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$127K - $167K/yr

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Senior Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

... performance software used daily by world-class researchers. As a senior engineer, you will be ... Exposure to biotech, life sciences, or R&D workflows What You Will Love At Mithrl * High ownership ...

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How much do senior biotech software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior biotech software engineer in the United States is $143,292.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,500.00 and $161,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Biotech Software Engineer vs Biotech Software Developer?

AspectSenior Biotech Software EngineerBiotech Software Developer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Bioinformatics, Software Engineering, or related fields; experience preferredBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related fields; entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, biotech companies, pharmaceutical firmsSoftware development teams within biotech or pharma companies
Industry UsageDesigns and develops biotech-specific software, algorithms, and data analysis toolsDevelops software applications for biotech research and data management

The main difference is experience level and responsibility. Senior Biotech Software Engineers typically lead projects, have more advanced skills, and handle complex biotech software solutions, while Biotech Software Developers focus on coding and supporting software development under supervision. Both roles are essential in biotech industries, but the senior role involves greater expertise and leadership.

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Infographic showing various Senior Biotech Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,292 per year, or $68.9 per hour.
Engineer Senior, Biotech Sterilization (JP13707)

Engineer Senior, Biotech Sterilization (JP13707)

3 Key Consulting

Cambridge, MA

$44 - $50/hr

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Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Engineer Senior, Biotech Sterilization (JP13707)
Location: Cambridge, MA. 02138
Business Unit: Manufacturing Science and Technology
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 1+ year with likely extensions and/or conversion to a permanent position.
Rate: $44 - $50/hour W2
Posting Date: 02/17/2025.
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.
3 Key Consulting is hiring! We are recruiting an Engineer Senior, Biotech Gas Sterilization for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biotechnology company.
Job Description:
The Senior Engineer works as part of a multi-disciplinary program team to build drug delivery solutions which meet user requirements for client's portfolio of therapeutic products from concept through commercial entry. The individual advances technical programs, contributing to definition of design requirements, identification and realization of technical solutions, authoring of test methods and reports, and authoring of technical analyses to advance programs. The successful candidate establishes well-supported insights for development, clinical and commercial stage solutions to serve user needs and the needs of the pipeline portfolio, using a range of program tools, design characterization and verification methods, and design reviews. S/he ensures that the required performance and quality targets are satisfied and helps identify and reduce technical risks on the program.
Top Must Have Skill Sets:
Sterilization experience
Qualification/ quality experience
Commercial process lifecycle management
Ideally looking for someone locally but open to someone who will relocate with the proper and strong sterilization experience
Day to Day Responsibilities:
support/ lead process development and commercialization of gas sterilization processes of combination products
coordinate/ lead manufacturing site requirements to support sterilization requirements
support the design control process and qualification of primary components
support/ lead tech transfer projects for combination products
support/ lead the development and operational improvements with key primary component suppliers
support development of characterization methods for mechanical and physical properties of primary components
support on-going deviation/ CAPA and change control
support/ lead client's supplier/ raw materials sterility assurance assessments
collaborate extensively with internal and external stakeholders i.e. manufacturing, suppliers, quality, regulatory, senior management, etc.
drive and influence key opinion leaders by providing technical papers, presentations and attending key conferences
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree OR Master degree and 3 years of experience OR Bachelor degree and 5 years of experience OR Associate degree and 10 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience
3+ years in ethylene oxide or other gas sterilization processes
3+ years industry experience in sterility assurance of combination products
3+ years in ethylene oxide, moist heat, and/ or vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Strong problem-solving skills
Capability to advance multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Strong oral and written communication skills, decision making, presentation, and organization skills
Basic Qualifications
Interview Process:
Phone and In Person
Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com. If you decide that you're not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.