What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.Staff Software Engineer – Full StackIllumina 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.ResponsibilitiesDevelop WebGL-powered applications for visualization of high-resolution, high-dimension multi-omics data, that can be deployed locally and in the cloudInvestigate, prototype, and deliver new and innovative solutions for visualization and data analysisDisplay a passion for clean code, loose coupling, and clean architecturesClosely interact with bioinformatics scientists, assay scientists and usability engineers to build visually appealing and intuitive UIsTranslate high-level requirements into viable plans and prioritize activitiesMaintain rigorous quality and performance standardsEducation:Bachelor of Science degree or higher in computer science or related fieldRequired Skills & ExperienceExpert in creating data-intensive web applications with highly interactive graphical elementsIn depth understanding of how to optimize computational performance at various levelsExtensive experience developing front-end user interfaces with React , Angular, WebGL, TypeScript, CSSExtensive experience developing back-end services (e.g., Java, Python)Proficient with tools for software performance analysis and optimizationDemonstrated 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 schedulesPreferred Skills & ExperienceExperience writing high performance code in C/C++Experience with Java or PythonExperience with image processingExperience with Electron or progressive web applicationsExperience developing software for next-generation sequencing or genomics applicationsWe 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 accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
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