Senior Software Engineer/Founding Member
The Software Engineer is a senior technical contributor responsible for designing, scaling, and optimizing high\-throughput batch processing workflows that power FGIâs genomic diagnostics platform. This role requires deep experience building large data ingestion pipelines, processing raw scientific datasets, and integrating analytical tooling in cloud environments. Candidates must bring a strong academic foundation and a proven history of delivering production\-grade systems in biotech, diagnostics, genomics, or similarly data\-intensive scientific domains.
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Technologies Used <\/b><\/span>
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- Languages: Python, R, Bash, Java, PyTorch\/Pyro
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- Frameworks: WDL, Cromwell, GCP Batch
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- Infrastructure: GCP, S3, Docker, CI\/CD pipelines
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- Data Tools: PostgreSQL, Pandas, cloud\-based data lakes
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- Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana
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- Interfaces: Command\-line and configuration\-based systems (GUI optional)
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Education and Experience <\/b><\/span>
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- Bachelorâs degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field required; Masterâs degree preferred.
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- Experience working within a diagnostic, healthcare, or life sciences organization is highly desirable.
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Software Design and Development <\/b><\/span>
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- Lead the development and optimization of large\-scale batch data processing workflows for raw genomic or scientific datasets. <\/span><\/span>
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- Design and maintain distributed backend services and workflow orchestration systems to handle complex analytical pipelines. <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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- Architect and own high\-performance cloud infrastructure supporting large data volumes and sequential processing (GCP strongly preferred). <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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- Build tools for validating, transforming, and preparing scientific datasets for downstream analysis. <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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- Ensure pipeline reproducibility, audit ability, and robustness under strict regulatory and data privacy requirements.
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Collaboration <\/b><\/span>
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- Collaborate closely with bioinformatics and scientists to translate analytical workflows into scalable engineering solutions.
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- Participate in design reviews focused on workflow optimization, throughput, and computational efficiency.
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Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)<\/b><\/span>
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- 6+ years of professional software engineering experience with a significant focus on data processing, scientific computing, or workflow\/pipeline development.
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- Demonstrated experience leading or owning complex pipeline architecture (not just contributing).
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- Strong background in large batch data processing, HPC\-style workflows, or scientific\/analytical pipelines.
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- Masterâs degree required in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field.
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- A Bachelorâs may be considered only with exceptional, directly relevant scientific computing experience.
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- Experience in biotech, diagnostics, genomics, or a closely related scientific domain is required.
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- Proficiency in Python and modern workflow frameworks (WDL, Nextflow, Cromwell, etc.).
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- Proven cloud experience (GCP strongly preferred).
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- Strong understanding of security, privacy, and handling of PHI.
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Preferred Qualifications <\/b><\/span>
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- 7â10+ years of experience building and scaling scientific workflows or distributed data pipelines.
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- Direct experience processing genomic, imaging, or other scientific raw data.
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- Proven ability to optimize end\-to\-end workflows for speed, cost, and reliability.
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- Experience with workflow orchestration, high\-throughput computer systems, and scientific reproducibility tools. <\/span>
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<\/div><\/span>Benefits <\/h3>
Compensation <\/b><\/span>
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- Salary Range: $165Kâ$190K per year.
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- Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
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- Equity participation through FGIâs upcoming partner program.
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- Flexible remote or hybrid work options (Boston\-based collaboration preferred).
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- Mission\-driven culture with strong emphasis on transparency, innovation, and collaboration.
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Work Environment & Physical Requirements <\/b><\/span>
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- Work Environment: <\/b> This is a fully remote position. The employee must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable workspace.
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- Physical Requirements: <\/b> Regular use of a computer, including extended periods of screen time. Occasional participation in virtual meetings.
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Note <\/b><\/span>
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any job\-related instructions and perform duties requested by supervisors or management.
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All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at\-will employment relationship.
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- Work Environment: <\/b> This is a fully remote position. The employee must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable workspace.
- Salary Range: $165Kâ$190K per year.
- 7â10+ years of experience building and scaling scientific workflows or distributed data pipelines.
- Experience in biotech, diagnostics, genomics, or a closely related scientific domain is required.
- A Bachelorâs may be considered only with exceptional, directly relevant scientific computing experience.
- 6+ years of professional software engineering experience with a significant focus on data processing, scientific computing, or workflow\/pipeline development.
- Collaborate closely with bioinformatics and scientists to translate analytical workflows into scalable engineering solutions.
- Lead the development and optimization of large\-scale batch data processing workflows for raw genomic or scientific datasets. <\/span><\/span>
- Bachelorâs degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field required; Masterâs degree preferred.
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