C++ Developer

Saphetor

C++ Developer developing core applications for genomic data analysis at Saphetor. Collaborating in a high-performance environment focused on clinical precision and rapid growth.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudGRPCRedis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write reusable, testable, and efficient code — backed by thorough unit and regression tests that keep the platform reliable as it evolves.
Develop our core C++ applications and library for importing and analyzing genetic data.
Take complete ownership of projects ranging from a few days to a month, delivering working end-to-end implementations from design through testing and deployment.
Assist in the optimization and architecture of our platform for maximum speed, high availability, and scalability — pushing the limits of what's possible with large-scale genomic data.
Maintain and improve our internal high-performance clinical annotation tools and the custom databases purpose-built and optimized for genetics workloads.
Contribute to clear, lasting documentation of software architecture and implementation details so the team can build on.
Partner with backend engineers, bioinformaticians, and product stakeholders to scope work, align on interfaces, and deliver cohesive end-to-end features.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MS degree in Computer Science.
At least 3 years of professional experience as a back-end developer working with C++ (preferably with C++ 17 or later), templates, STL containers, smart pointers, memory management and multithreading.
Hands-on experience with relational databases, including optimizing queries and table schemas for peak performance.
Solid experience with distributed cloud-based computing and big-data systems.
Good grasp of fundamental application design and object-oriented principles, essential for building and maintaining a large, high-quality codebase.
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Flexible mindset, comfortable stepping into a variety of roles as needed.
Experience with in-memory databases like Redis and gRPC services is strongly valued.
Some bioinformatics background — or a genuine willingness to dive into the domain.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive compensation package tailored to your unique expertise and professional background.
A remote-first work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Endless learning opportunities, while transferring new technologies from academics to clinical practice all over the world.

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++TemplatesSTL ContainersMemory ManagementMultithreadingUnit TestingRegression TestingApplication DesignHigh-Performance ComputingBig Data Systems

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsFlexible Mindset

Certifications

BS or MS Degree in Computer Science