Intern - Software Engineering

Company Description

Vilya is a computational biotechnology company creating a novel class of medicines to precisely target disease biology. We believe computational approaches are an integral, if not foundational, component of drug discovery and development.

Job Description

We are harnessing the power of our platform to go after previously impossible targets in an array of indications. Vilya's ultimate goal is to solve some of the most challenging unmet medical needs that exist today.

Our Vision: Harness a revolution in technology and biology to better human health.

Our Mission: Build an independent, leading biotech company founded on intelligent drug design to cure the incurable.

We think from atoms to bits, and everywhere in between; now, we are seeking a motivated and creative Software Engineer intern to help us build a highly-scalable computational drug discovery platform during the summer of 2025.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and learn from the computational scientists at Vilya to help build a world-class computational macrocycle drug discovery pipeline.
• Design, develop, and deliver a real-world software solution from start to finish, with the support of our team.

Basic Qualifications

• Understanding of general software development practices (including collaborative development, version control, testing, etc.)
• Experience with Python and Bash, or similar languages
• Experience working within Linux environments (or a willingness to learn)
• Ability to effectively communicate with a team of diverse backgrounds
• Graduating with a B.S. or higher in Computer Science (or similar degree) in or before the spring of 2026
• Ability to work on site in our Seattle, WA office. No relocation costs will be provided through this internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Linux system administration, including using the CLI
  • Systems programming and API design
  • Basic web development