Lead Software Engineer (Node.js)

Job overview

The Lead Software Engineer (Node.js) position is listed in Walnut Creek, California, with hybrid remote work considered. The stated salary range is $120,000–$180,000 per year, plus stock options. Mat3ra develops software for designing and discovering advanced materials and chemicals. The engineer will build design applications and data infrastructure that support materials research, product development, and community contributions. The role combines hands-on software development and product design with collaboration across the product team, and offers a path into leadership as the company grows.

What you'll do

• Develop software and product concepts
• build 3D and 2D applications for nanoscale materials and chemistry
• organize data from models and experimental validation
• establish infrastructure for community contributions
• work with the product team and explain software concepts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead software engineer

node.js

javascript

react.js

mongodb

materials science

chemistry

walnut creek ca

mat3ra

full-time

$120k–$180k/year

hybrid remote

aws

software development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• retirement plan
• life insurance
• paid time off
• short- and long-term disability
• training and development
• work-from-home option
• snacks
• wellness resources
• and stock options.

Why this role

The role focuses on software tools for advanced materials and chemistry research and may develop into a leadership role as the company grows.

About the employer

Mat3ra is hiring for this role. Industry: Software Publishers. Sector: 51.