Job description
Principal Bioinformatician
It was only a matter of time before the big data explosion impacted the food we eat, buy, and sell. Were the team that wants to make sure that what we think is in our food products, is actually in it.
Our analytics platform transforms quality control, analytics, and safety in the global food industry. Built on the foundation of a robust big data engine, our proprietary platform translates quantifiable molecular tests into actionable food data insights. Were
using the same tools and technologies used by clinical genomicists to perform fast and accurate affordable genomic analysis at scale.
As our Principal Bioinformatician, you will work directly with the VP of Engineering and be responsible for the development statistical algorithms, methods, and programs for analysis of genomics data. You'll have unparalleled food quality data and domain experts
within the company to grow and develop both personally and professionally.
With our recent funding, its a great time to join us! Food fraud is bigger than ever and this is your chance to solve a real world problem there is nothing else like this in the world and you could have the opportunity to work on it.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain robust software tools to improve the speed, accuracy, and automation of our analysis pipeline in the cloud
Evaluate third-party tools and libraries we may wish to leverage in our pipeline
Develop novel data analysis and data-mining methods to optimize the performance and accuracy of our platform
Work closely with our science and product team to help define product requirements, spec technical requirements, develop project plans and generate test cases
Key responsibilities
Requirements
B.S. in Math, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in bioinformatics in industry setting, with strong experience in developing algorithms processing next-generation sequencing data
Familiar with cloud computing and working in cloud environment
Proficiency with SQL and UNIX shells
Proven development experience with an object-oriented language
Strong communication skills both written and verbal with engineers and product marketers
Ability to work independently in a fast paced and high performing environment
Preferred Skills
Proven ability to develop algorithms dealing with large-scale data
Extensive experience in biostatistics, advanced mathematics and system modeling
Expertise in Python