Sr Software Engineer - Bioinformatics - Austin, TX
POSITION TITLE: Sr Software Engineer
LOCATION: Preferably Austin, TX but open to remote, USA
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be part of a software engineering organization (this is not an R&D position), responsible for designing and implementing bioinformatics and full-stack code for tertiary analysis (SOP automation, technical review, variant curation and case review systems)
- Design and implement Python, Java (Spring), React and Angular software components.
- Engage with cross-functional teams such as Product Management, R&D, software architects, and senior leadership, aiming to improve existing processes and systems used for tertiary analysis.
- Analyze and improve existing front-end applications and propose solutions based on technical (software) experience and bioinformatics knowledge.
- Provide transparency and working progress on deliverables.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience with bioinformatics or software development for Health Care, focusing on clinical sample processing, variant curation and interpretation, annotations and diagnostic report generation.
- 3+ years of experience in Python development. Java and SpringBoot are a plus.
- Preferably a full-stack engineer with React and Angular experience or knowledge.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Able to write and use SQL queries effectively.
- Experience in working with an agile software development team using test-driven development and unit testing framework.
- Good understanding of browser rendering behavior and performance.
- Knowledge in REST API design concepts and JSON.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bioinformatics degree (MS or PhD)
- Degree or experience in Computing Science, Engineering or Molecular Biology (proven software development experience is required for molecular biologists)
- Experienced with WDL pipelines, AWS Omics or other genomics platform providers.
- Experience with public domain data sources, e.g. Clinvar, gnomAD preferred.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Good communication skills in group-chat and over telephone.
- Demonstrated teamwork skills with a solid analytical background.
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5+ years
EducationBioinformatics Business Engineering Genetics Genomics Molecular Biology Oncology
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