Bioinformatics Engineer
Senior Software Engineer - Bioinformatics We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to start as a consultant to help drive the evolution of a large-scale clinical bioinformatics platform. This role combines software engineering, systems optimization, and bioinformatics expertise to support the development of high-throughput genomic analysis workflows in a regulated production environment.As a key member of a small engineering team, you will take ownership of designing, building, testing, and maintaining critical software components that support genomic data processing and analysis. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on production systems rather than research.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions supporting genomic data analysis workflows.Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimizations across complex data-processing pipelines.Develop new analytical modules and enhance existing systems to improve functionality, reliability, and throughput.Automate operational and development processes to increase efficiency and scalability.Translate business and operational requirements into technical designs and production-ready solutions.Ensure software quality through testing, validation, documentation, and adherence to engineering best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand workflow requirements and system dependencies.Contribute to architecture decisions, technical standards, and long-term platform improvements.Required QualificationsMaster's degree in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field.3+ years of professional software engineering experience.Strong experience building and maintaining production-grade software systems.Advanced Python development skills, including software architecture, package management, testing frameworks, and design patterns.Strong Linux and shell scripting experience.Experience working with bioinformatics workflows and genomic data formats such as FASTQ, BAM, CRAM, and VCF.Familiarity with next-generation sequencing technologies and variant analysis methodologies.Experience designing and supporting complex data-processing systems.Strong understanding of software development lifecycle practices, testing strategies, and code quality standards.Preferred QualificationsPhD in a related technical discipline.5+ years of industry experience.Experience with modern web technologies such as TypeScript.Experience with systems programming languages such as Rust or C++.Experience with document-oriented and relational databases, including schema design and data migration activities.Experience working in highly regulated, quality-focused environments.What We're Looking ForStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.Ability to work independently and take ownership of critical projects.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.A passion for building reliable, scalable systems that support meaningful real-world outcomes.A mindset focused on quality, performance, and continuous improvement.For immediate consideration, please email a resume to Kenny at Kwilliams@daleyaa.com