Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack

Illumina is at the forefront of genomic technology, working to make genomics accessible worldwide to advance human health. This Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack role sits within their Bioinformatics organization, focusing on developing cutting-edge informatics solutions for multi-omics technologies. The position combines full-stack development with specialized genomics applications, requiring expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies.

The role involves creating sophisticated WebGL-powered applications for visualizing complex genomic data, working at the intersection of biotechnology and software engineering. You'll be developing solutions that can be deployed both locally and in cloud environments, requiring strong technical skills in React, TypeScript, Java, and Python.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to develop new assay and computational workflows. The position demands someone who can balance technical excellence with cross-functional collaboration, as you'll be working with bioinformatics scientists, assay scientists, and usability engineers.

The ideal candidate will bring strong computer science fundamentals and extensive web application development experience. You'll be responsible for optimizing computational performance, maintaining high-quality standards, and delivering intuitive user interfaces for complex scientific applications. The role offers the unique opportunity to impact healthcare and scientific research through software engineering.

Working at Illumina means contributing to life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through early disease detection and new treatment options. The company offers a collaborative environment where your work directly impacts human health outcomes, making this an ideal position for someone who wants to combine technical leadership with meaningful scientific impact.