Signify Technology · 1 day ago
Senior Bioinformatics Scientist
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$170K/yr - $190K/yr
3+ years expSignify Technology is an emerging leader within biotechnology, headquartered in San Francisco, California. They are seeking a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist to lead the development of innovative bioinformatics workflows and mentor a collaborative team of scientists and engineers.
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Responsibilities
Designing and optimizing high-performance bioinformatics pipelines for processing thousands of daily samples, leveraging tools like Snakemake and cloud deployments
Innovating sequence analysis workflows for bulk/single-cell RNAseq, differential gene expression, and large-scale genomics, ensuring robust and scalable solutions
Troubleshooting complex sequencing data challenges, from biological artifacts to platform-specific issues, to ensure reliable outputs
Developing intuitive web tools (e.g., Streamlit, R Shiny) and data visualizations to transform raw bioinformatics data into actionable insights
Providing thought leadership and mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
Staying ahead of industry trends, integrating emerging bioinformatics tools to enhance our offerings for biopharma and research clients
Qualification
Required
PhD in Biological Sciences, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field, with 3+ years of experience developing production-level bioinformatics pipelines
Deep expertise in analyzing bulk/single-cell RNAseq data and performing differential gene expression using state-of-the-art tools
Significant experience building production-level Snakemake (or Nextflow) pipelines, with local and cloud-based deployments
Strong knowledge of sequence analysis (alignment, assembly) and molecular biology, with experience in Oxford Nanopore and Illumina sequencing
Proficiency in Python (numpy, pandas, Jupyter, Biopython) and package management (e.g., Conda)
Hands-on experience with Docker, Apptainer, or Singularity for containerized workflows
Expertise in Git/GitHub and Linux shell scripting for version control and automation
Proficiency in developing intuitive web tools for bioinformatics reporting (e.g., R Shiny, Streamlit)
Familiarity with public genomic data repositories (e.g., NCBI, Ensembl) and large-scale genomic data processing
Strong communication skills and ability to write clean, maintainable, production-ready code
Preferred
Experience with compiled languages (C++, Rust) for performant software development
1+ year of molecular biology wet lab experience
Demonstrated ability to develop novel bioinformatics algorithms
Strong interest in creating intuitive data visualizations for scientific insights
Benefits
Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive remuneration.
Generous Time Off: 4 weeks paid time off + 10 paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance and mental health coverage.
Retirement and Wellness: 401(k) with matching, Health Advocate services, and gym membership.
Impactful Work: Contribute directly to accelerating biotech research, supporting novel therapies and sustainability.
Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge tools (e.g., Snakemake, Streamlit, AWS) and collaborate with top-tier researchers.
Supportive Culture: Join a passionate, inclusive team that values creativity, mentorship, and professional growth.
Company
Signify Technology
Technology Recruitment Company
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Samantha Smylie
Global Director of People
Recent News
2025-04-12
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