Senior Software Engineer

About this role

Company Description

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Software Engineer to spearhead our technical vision and drive the implementation of complex technology solutions in our Digital team. This pivotal role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in Python, JavaScript (React), Java, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud technologies, and data lake/warehouse solutions like Snowflake. The ideal candidate will thrive in our remote work environment, architecting scalable software systems, mentoring team members, and collaborating across functions to shape product strategy. You will be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technologies, including agentic/generative AI and DevSecOps practices, to advance seeds research and development in agricultural technology.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead the architectural design and implementation of high-performance, scalable software systems that address complex business needs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute product strategies and technology roadmaps.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including co...