## Company Description UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. [www.uhn.ca](https://www.uhn.ca/) ## Job Description Union: Non-Union Number of Vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: New Site: MaRS Department: Research Reports to: Senior Scientist Salary Range: $74,114 - $111,170 Per Year Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Shifts: Day Shifts Status: Permanent Full-time Closing Date: July 31, 2026 (repost) Position Summary: We seek a talented Data/Software Engineer passionate about advancing drug discovery through cutting-edge technology and open science collaboration to join our team at the Structural Genomics Consortium (SGC) in order to develop a cloud-based platform that will revolutionize the drug discovery process. As a Data/Software Engineer at SGC, you will be at the forefront of developing a cloud-based platform called AIRCHECK (Artificial Intelligence-Ready CHEmiCal Knowledge base). This platform will facilitate the global sharing of chemical screening data following FAIR and Open science principles. The data will be highly structured and well-annotated, optimizing the development and application of machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches in drug discovery. Duties: - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and maintain the AIRCHECK cloud-based database and data portal. - Develop data pipelines and storage solutions to ensure efficient data collection, curation, and accessibility for global scientific communities. - Integrate advanced data analytics and AI capabilities into the platform to facilitate the prediction of drug-like molecules for pre-defined protein targets. - Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations and best practices. - Continuously monitor and optimize platform performance and scalability to handle massive datasets. ## Qualifications - Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related field required - Minimum 2 years of experience in data analytics or a related field required - Proven experience in software development and cloud-based application design - Proficiency in programming languages, specifically Python, PySpark, JavaScript, and TypeScript - Strong knowledge of database management systems and data modelling techniques - Experience with the design and development of ETL processes - Familiarity with AI/ML tools and frameworks for data analysis and prediction - Candidates must have hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure; experience with Amazon Web Services is a plus. Proficiency in managing big data storage (e.g., Amazon S3, Azure Data Lake) and utilizing analytics services (e.g., Google BigQuery, Redshift) will be considered an advantage. ## Additional Information Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. - Competitive offer packages - Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) - Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service - A flexible work environment - Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization - Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application. UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.