• Job Description

  Req#: 39595-JOB
  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.
  We're looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our talented wet lab automation engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, strong background in system design, and ability to mentor junior engineers. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high quality software solutions that automate assay workflows using Liquid Handling Robots.
  Responsibilities:
  • Participate in all phases of software development from architecture/design through implementation, testing and deployment
  • Develop software components that meet standards of quality and architecture, including the documentation and implementation of unit tests, scripts, and test harnesses
  • Work with software teams to ensure alignment of architecture to user requirements
  • Occasionally provide technical assistance to escalated production issues
  Key Qualifications:
  • Excellent Java development and debugging skills
  • Experience with database technologies (MSSQL, PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with client-side MVC Frameworks (i.e., Angular, React) is a plus
  • Deep understanding of SOA, web security architecture, REST APIs, event-driven architecture, and other architectural patterns
  • Experience with numerous aspects of DevOps, including source control, CI/CD and containerized deployment
  • Extensive experience writing high quality unit tests against mock objects
  • Good understanding of object oriented analysis and design
  • 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
  Desired:
  • Experience with C#
  • Understanding of Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field of biology
  • Possess proven troubleshooting skills
  • Be curious, detail oriented, and analytical, with a proven ability to learn quickly
  • Be customer-focused, team-oriented, and motivated, taking ownership of assigned tasks
  • Have proven verbal and written communication skills
  Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
  Experience/Education:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
  #LI-HYBRID
  The estimated base salary range for the Senior Software Engineer role based in the United States of America is: $126,800 - $190,200. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
  
  
  At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and 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 demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. 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. 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. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

• About the company

  Illumina and GRAIL have entered into a definitive agreement under which Illumina will acquire GRAIL for cash and stock consideration of $8 billion.

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