Plasmidsaurus
Provides fast DNA and RNA sequencing services for scientists.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2021
- Employees
- 120
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Series A · $29M · 2024
- Subsidiaries
- Primordium Labs
About
Plasmidsaurus is a pioneering biotechnology company that specializes in whole-plasmid sequencing and innovative DNA sequencing technology. Our core mission is to accelerate the development of new cures and promote a healthier planet by enhancing the productivity of scientists using advanced DNA tools. Plasmidsaurus provides cutting-edge sequencing services that are crucial for a variety of applications, including academic research, biotech startups, and pharmaceutical companies. We leverage our expertise to offer rapid, high-quality sequencing with results delivered overnight, allowing researchers to receive their data quickly and efficiently. At Plasmidsaurus, we focus on eliminating the need for primers and manual minipreps, making the sequencing process faster and more cost-effective. Researchers can submit their samples in various formats, including 96-well PCR plates, and we ensure that the sequencing process is seamless and reliable. Our groundbreaking services also encompass sequencing for amplicons and clonal populations of microbes, including bacteria and yeast. With our rapid turnaround times and commitment to quality, Plasmidsaurus has become a trusted partner for scientists seeking accurate and comprehensive sequencing data.
Open positions
Senior Platform Engineer | Lab Infrastructure and Security
Build and secure the physical and cloud infrastructure powering Plasmidsaurus's 10 global DNA-sequencing labs: own lab networking (pfSense/MikroTik, VLANs, Tailscale), compute for sequencers/robots/GPU clusters, AWS infrastructure automation with Python/Terraform/Ansible, plus security work like red teaming, vulnerability management, and incident response.
Lab Automation Software Engineer
Designs and builds software that orchestrates a fleet of lab robotics for a DNA sequencing company, writing production Python to integrate physical hardware with custom LIMS and data pipelines, plus telemetry/monitoring and agentic tools bridging R&D and lab automation.
Platform Engineering Lead | AI Infra
About Plasmidsaurus Plasmidsaurus is on a mission to accelerate new cures and promote a healthier planet by unlocking a new level of productivity for scientists. Our sequencing services are used daily by thousands of…