Illumina is seeking a Staff Bioinformatics Scientist to lead the delivery of strategic data programs that utilize genomic technology for advancements in human health. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in bioinformatics and genomics, with a strong focus on data quality and customer enablement, while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment
Job Summary
This role involves owning end-to-end delivery of strategic data programs that enable scientific discovery at a population scale.
Candidates will build and enforce quality frameworks to ensure datasets meet production-grade standards through automated validation and lineage tracking.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $155,600 to $233,400 base salary along with variable cash programs and equity.
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Illumina is seeking a Staff Bioinformatics Scientist to lead the delivery of strategic data programs that utilize genomic technology for advancements in human health. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in bioinformatics and genomics, with a strong focus on data quality and customer enablement, while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Salary
Base: $155,600 - $233,400; Bonus/Equity: Variable cash program and equity eligible; Benefits: Health/dental/vision, retirement, paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Genomics and multiomics domain expertise
Proficiency in R, Python, or Jupyter
Experience designing data pipelines
Automated validation and QC frameworks
8+ years related experience with Bachelor's
Nice-to-have
Experience with DRAGEN and Illumina platforms
Cloud services knowledge (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Population-scale genomics or biobank experience
Workflow orchestration systems like Nextflow
Partner-facing technical delivery experience
Key Requirements
Minimum 8 years experience with Bachelor's degree
PhD with 3 years experience acceptable
Professional background in genomics or bioinformatics