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Sr Bioinformatics Software Engineer

A genomics technology company empowering researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, fight diseases, and address food security.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Healthcare · Biotech

Description For Sr Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Illumina is at the forefront of genomics technology, working to make genomics accessible and impactful for billions globally. As a Sr Bioinformatics Software Engineer, you'll be integral to their mission of enabling life-changing discoveries in human health and disease treatment. The role combines software engineering expertise with bioinformatics knowledge, focusing on developing and validating critical data analysis software.

You'll work in a regulated environment, leading testing efforts for sophisticated bioinformatics pipelines and workflows. The position requires expertise in cloud computing platforms, automated testing frameworks, and a strong understanding of biological sciences. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, bioinformaticians, and domain experts.

The ideal candidate brings both technical depth in software engineering and breadth in bioinformatics. You'll need experience with Python, Linux, and modern workflow languages, plus the ability to work in a regulated medical device environment. This role offers the opportunity to impact healthcare directly through software development and validation.

Illumina offers a collaborative environment where you can work alongside extraordinary people on world-changing projects. The company is deeply committed to belonging and inclusion, maintaining zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. They provide various Employee Resource Groups for career development and cultural awareness.

This hybrid position in San Diego allows you to contribute to groundbreaking work in genomics while maintaining work-life flexibility. If you're passionate about combining software engineering with biological sciences and want to make a meaningful impact on human health, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career while working on cutting-edge genomic technologies.

Last updated 18 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr Bioinformatics Software Engineer

  • Work independently in cross-functional teams to lead the testing effort for data analysis software
  • Partner with software, bioinformatics developers and domain experts in designing, performing, and improving verification tests
  • Design and Implement automated software verification framework and scripts
  • Prepare necessary test artifacts required for formal software / product release
  • Develop and execute automated and unit tests
  • Carefully analyze and report test results
  • Participate in Code and Design Reviews
  • Ensure Software Development Life Cycle procedures are followed
  • Collaborate with assay development team and ensure they well trained on using the informatics software application(s)
  • Collaborate with peers to identify opportunities for process improvement

Requirements For Sr Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience
  • 4+ years of experience in formal verification of software or system in a regulated environment
  • 6+ years of working experience with software or system verification & validation
  • Background in developing and maintaining Bioinformatics pipelines and workflow
  • Good knowledge of running Bioinformatics workflows in commercial cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Skills with workflow languages like Nextflow, Snakemake, WDL
  • Ability to develop automated scripts using Python, BASH
  • Basic knowledge of Linux and CLI environment
  • Understanding of Oncology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics
  • Ability to manage and mentor small team
  • Proven ability to work with internal and external teams

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