Staff Software Engineer – Full Stack
Illumina is seeking a highly driven and talented full stack software engineer to join the Bioinformatics organization, where we are developing novel informatics solutions for Illumina’s multi-omics technologies. Members of the team collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to develop new assay and computational workflows. The team is responsible for defining and creating software and workflows that enable efficient analysis of imaging and next-generation sequencing data, developing novel methods and best-in-class algorithms to be deployed both locally and on Illumina’s cloud computing environment. The position requires a strong background in computer science and web application development.
Responsibilities
Develop WebGL-powered applications for visualization of high-resolution, high-dimension multi-omics data, that can be deployed locally and in the cloud
Investigate, prototype, and deliver new and innovative solutions for visualization and data analysis
Display a passion for clean code, loose coupling, and clean architectures
Closely interact with bioinformatics scientists, assay scientists and usability engineers to build visually appealing and intuitive UIs
Translate high-level requirements into viable plans and prioritize activities
Maintain rigorous quality and performance standards
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in computer science or related field
Required Skills & Experience
Expert in creating data-intensive web applications with highly interactive graphical elements
In depth understanding of how to optimize computational performance at various levels
Extensive experience developing front-end user interfaces with React , Angular, WebGL, TypeScript, CSS
Extensive experience developing back-end services (e.g., Java, Python)
Proficient with tools for software performance analysis and optimization
Demonstrated success in collaborating in a fast-paced team environment and delivering high-quality software products using established agile development methodologies (such as Scrum, Kanban, etc.) against formal schedules
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience writing high performance code in C/C++
Experience with Java or Python
Experience with image processing
Experience with Electron or progressive web applications
Experience developing software for next-generation sequencing or genomics applications
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At Illumina, our goal is to apply innovative technologies and revolutionary assays to the analysis of genetic variation and function, making studies possible that were not even imaginable just a few years ago. These studies will help make the realization of personalized medicine possible. With such rapid advances in technology taking place, it is mission critical to have solutions that are not only innovative, but flexible, scalable, and complete with industry-leading support and service. As a global company that places high value on collaborative interactions, rapid delivery of solutions, and prioritizing the needs of its customers, we strive to meet this challenge. Illumina’s innovative, array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis serve as tools for disease research, drug development, and the development of molecular tests in the clinic.
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