Iovance Biotherapeutics - AI Product Engineer

• Rapidly prototype, build, and deploy AI-powered micro-applications using React (frontend) and Node.js/Python (backend). • Take rough prototypes and proof-of-concepts and convert them into production ready tools. • Build lightweight, single-purpose tools designed for low ongoing maintenance. Every application should be simple enough that it runs with minimal support. • Use AI tools (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, and similar) to accelerate every stage of your workflow - prototyping, code generation, debugging, documentation. • Work directly with business stakeholders to understand their pain points, translate them into technical solutions, and iterate based on real user feedback. • Build reusable components and patterns so each subsequent application ships faster than the last. • Maintain clean, documented code and follow standardized build-test-deploy methodology established by the AI Strategy team. • Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics’ core values, policies, procedures, and business ethics. • Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned. • In the first 6–12 months, success looks like: • 5–10 internal AI-enabled tools shipped to active users. • 2–3 reusable patterns/components established. • Clear adoption metrics for each deployed tool. • Reduced manual effort or vendor/tool spend tied to the application portfolio • Regular product demos showing working software. • Travel • Minimal. Occasional travel to Iovance’s Philadelphia office for team collaboration or stakeholder workshops may be required. • Required Education, Skills, and Knowledge • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. • 2+ years of professional experience building and deploying web applications with React and Python. • Demonstrated ability to ship complete, user-facing applications end to end — from problem identification through design, development, deployment, and iteration. • Fluency with AI-assisted development tools (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, or similar) as a daily part of your engineering workflow. • Comfort working with APIs and integrating with enterprise systems. You will connect your applications to existing infrastructure. • Ability to work independently, manage your own priorities, and ship without waiting for detailed specifications. This is a startup-paced environment. • Excellent communication skills. You will demo to executives and work with non-technical stakeholders daily. • Preferred Education, Skills, and Knowledge • Experience building applications that use LLM APIs (Anthropic, OpenAI, or similar) • Familiarity with AWS cloud services or similar cloud-native environments. • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare technology environments. Not required, but helpful for navigating stakeholder conversations. • Familiarity with data visualization tools and building dashboards that surface AI-generated insights. • Experience with agentic AI frameworks (multi-step reasoning, tool use, planning) and integration protocols such as MCP (Model Context Protocol). • Physical Demands and Activities Required • Must be able to remain in a stationary position standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time. • Must be able to move about inside an office and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. • Must have visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer screen, and extensive reading. • This position requires repetitive motion, substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. • Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information. • Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines. • Mental: • Work Environment • Work Environment • This job operates in a professional workplace or remote office environment and requires standard office equipment and keyboards. Employees who work remotely are expected to maintain their workspace and environment safely and free from safety hazards. • The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is listed. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of the role, job duties/requirements, and relevant education, experience and skills. • Pay Transparency • $100,000—$125,000 USD • The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. • Iovance is committed to cultivating and offering a diverse and inclusive work environment. 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