Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack
Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack
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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 Illuminas 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 Illuminas 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
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
