Junior Developer, Technical Operations & Automations Engineer

Company Overview:

At Acorn Biolabs, we are pioneering the future of health through cutting-edge cellular preservation and regenerative medicine. By empowering individuals to bank their healthy, younger cells today, we provide access to tomorrow’s advancements in personalized healthcare and age-related treatments. Our dynamic team is composed of leading experts passionate about driving innovation and transforming the way we approach long-term health and longevity. Join us in making an impact on the future of medicine and improving lives globally.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a highly capable builder and problem-solver to join our team and work on high-impact operational and technical initiatives across the company.

In this role, you’ll contribute to front-end JavaScript development, automation systems, security infrastructure, and internal tooling that directly improve how the company operates and scales.

If you’re the type of person who constantly asks: “How can this be faster, smarter, or more efficient?”— you’ll thrive here.

This role begins as either:

• a 3-month full-time position, or
• a 6-month part-time position

with the opportunity to transition into a long-term full-time role based on performance and impact.

This is a fully remote position, but we are looking for candidates based in Toronto, Montreal, or Los Angeles. You must be legally able to work in either Canada or the US to apply. 

What You’ll Work On

Web Development, Automations & Systems Optimization

• Build and maintain front-end integrations across our JavaScript-based websites and applications
• Design and implement automations that improve workflows across product, sales, marketing, operations, finance, and customer support
• Optimize and expand Acorn’s existing automation systems and integrations
• Identify bottlenecks and develop scalable internal solutions that save time and improve efficiency

Security, Infrastructure & IT Operations

• Provide occasional technical support for software, systems, and hardware-related issues
• Improve backup infrastructure and restoration reliability
• Deploy endpoint management and remote monitoring solutions
• Help define and enforce security policies across devices, networks, and internal platforms
• Support implementation of endpoint detection & response (EDR), email filtering, SSO, and password management systems
• Improve access controls and organization-wide 2FA implementation
• Contribute to internal security education and operational best practices

Operational Efficiency & Cost Optimization

• Audit software tools, subscriptions, and operational systems to reduce unnecessary spend
• Monitor system usage and identify opportunities for optimization and consolidation
• Assist with vendor and account management across platforms such as Apple, Google, and Lenovo

Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Experience

• Improve onboarding and offboarding systems for employees, partners, and patients
• Standardize device provisioning and deployment workflows using pre-configured setups
• Help maintain internal documentation and build scalable knowledge management systems

What We’re Looking For

Core Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in JavaScript development
• 1+ year of experience working with automations, integrations, or workflow systems
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and technical problem-solving skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, tools, and systems
• Organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and highly self-motivated

Bonus Experience

• Experience with endpoint or device management platforms such as NinjaOne
• Familiarity with Cloudflare, Netlify, and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Based in or near Toronto, Montreal, or Los Angeles

Why This Role Is Different

• Build systems and infrastructure that directly impact company performance
• Gain hands-on exposure across security, automation, IT, operations, and internal systems
• Work closely with leadership and see how a high-growth startup operates behind the scenes
• Join an elite, fast-moving team building one of Canada’s most ambitious biotech companies
• Take ownership early and contribute meaningfully from day one

What’s in it for you:

• We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and additional perks that reward your hard work and dedication.
• You will get to be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of regenerative medicine and cellular preservation.
• You will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare, making a tangible difference in the lives of our clients and society.
• You will have opportunities for professional development and advancement as we continue to expand and innovate.
• You will be joining a passionate, diverse team that values creativity, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.
• You will work with the latest advancements in biotech and gain exposure to groundbreaking research and applications.
• Unlimited PTO, paid Parental Leave, L&D Budget, Remote office budget, Employee stock options, etc. 

Why Join Acorn: This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a company revolutionizing healthcare. At Acorn, we value teamwork, adaptability, and a passion for growth. Our sales team thrives on collaboration, sharing wins and challenges, and pushing forward together to shape the future of regenerative medicine.

At Acorn, our values are important to us and define our company’s culture.  

Integrity First. In our science, with our clients and with each other.  Always.

Collaborate. Be kind, supportive, respectful, and inclusive.  Be humble and grateful.

Show up. Take pride in your work.  Be dependable, accountable, and disciplined.  Strive for excellence - and be agile. Add value.  

Be curious. Ask why.  Constantly learn.  Create.  Innovate. 

Be YOU. Be your unique and authentic self. Bring your whole self to work.