Profluent Verified 14h ago
Lead Bioinformatics Scientist, NGS
Emeryville, California, United StatesAll locationsEmeryville, California, United StatesHybrid (2-3 days on-site) Hybrid
$160,000–$230,000 a yearPay$160,000–$230,000
TypeNot specified
Work settingHybrid
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About the role
In this role, you’ll architect core bioinformatics infrastructure, define analytical strategy, and collaborate closely with experimental and ML teams to accelerate design-build-test-learn cycles. You’ll also mentor team members, promote software engineering best practices, and help shape the future of Profluent’s computational biology capabilities.
What you'll bring
- PhD or MS in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
- 5+ years of experience analyzing NGS datasets (e.g., amplicon sequencing, high-throughput editing, or screening experiments)
- Strong programming skills in Python (pandas, numpy, biopython, etc.)
- Expertise with workflow orchestration tools (Nextflow, Snakemake) and cloud environments (GCP, AWS)
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and scalable compute infrastructure
- Deep understanding of Linux, git-based version control, and software engineering best practices
- Proven ability to transform complex sequencing data into actionable biological insights
Benefits
401(k)Paid Time OffProfessional DevelopmentVision Insurance
Locations
Emeryville, CaliforniaHybrid (2-3 days on-site)