Technical Staff Member – Product Engineering
Phylo
Full-time|On-site|South San Francisco About PhyloPhylo is a pioneering applied research laboratory dedicated to harnessing agentic intelligence, revolutionizing the discovery process for biomedical scientists. We envision a future where AI agents transform the landscape of biomedical research. Our rapidly expanding team comprises skilled researchers and engineers specializing in AI and biology.About the RoleWe are seeking a Product Engineer to enhance and scale the foundational product experiences of Phylo's AI agent platform. This multifaceted, full-stack position leans towards frontend development and aims to convert cutting-edge agentic research into fast, reliable, and enjoyable products utilized by real scientists.You will take ownership of product features from start to finish — encompassing UI and interaction design, backend APIs, billing, authentication, and integrations. Collaborating closely with AI researchers, scientists, and infrastructure engineers, you will deliver production-grade systems promptly while maintaining high standards of quality.This role demands a deep interdisciplinary approach. You will spend significant time listening, questioning, and facilitating communication between scientists, product managers, engineering teams, and AI research. As an AI-native engineering team, we leverage coding agents extensively, operate at a fast pace, and uphold a rigorous standard of engineering excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage full-stack product features across the Phylo platform, from user-facing UI to backend services.Design and implement frontend-heavy experiences for engaging with AI agents, workflows, and scientific tools.Oversee essential product components such as billing, usage tracking, authentication, permissions, and account management.Collaborate intimately with scientists, AI researchers, and engineers to translate capabilities into user-friendly, production-ready product features.Deliver swiftly, iterate based on user feedback, and continuously enhance product quality, reliability, and performance.RequirementsA minimum of 2 years of industry experience as a product, full-stack, or frontend-focused software engineer.Extensive experience in developing modern web applications (e.g., React, TypeScript, or similar frameworks).Proficient in working across the technology stack (frontend, backend, and infrastructure) with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across biology, product, engineering, and AI teams.Demonstrated product instincts — a strong passion for user experience, attention to detail, and understanding of how real users interact with products.
Feb 3, 2026