Quest Diagnostics

Bioinformatics Engineer (Hybrid)

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2 months ago
Baltimore, MD, USASenior

Base Salary

$95k - $125k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain cloud-based infrastructure for scalable genomic data analysis.
  • Implement and optimize Python and Nextflow bioinformatics workflows, with support for Cromwell or CWL.
  • Integrate bioinformatics pipelines with Laboratory Information Management Systems.
  • Ensure compliance with IT security, privacy, regulatory, and quality controls.
  • Develop and manage databases and applications for quality control and assay performance monitoring.
  • Document and validate bioinformatics systems for clinical diagnostics.
  • Collaborate with laboratory, LIMS, IT, and other cross-functional teams supporting clinical production, clinical trials, and assay R&D.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
  • Background in software or infrastructure engineering with experience in bioinformatics.
  • Experience managing bioinformatics pipeline workflows, particularly Nextflow, Cromwell, or CWL.
  • Hands-on experience developing cloud-native infrastructure, preferably on AWS, for storage, batch computing, and serverless applications.
  • Expertise with infrastructure-as-code technologies such as Terraform or AWS CDK.
  • Strong programming skills in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, R, or other relevant scripting languages.
  • Experience developing and integrating JSON-based REST APIs.
  • Understanding of version control, CI/CD practices, and software development lifecycle practices.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with minimal supervision and troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Preferred experience in clinical diagnostics or regulated environments and knowledge of software validation and regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with controlled processes, environment management, quality control systems, and DevOps methodologies in clinical settings.

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
  • Well-being programs, a no-cost annual health assessment, and mental health support.
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time, six holidays, and one additional MyDay off.
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
  • Employee stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
  • Annual incentive plans, matching gifts, education assistance, and career advancement opportunities.
  • Hybrid work arrangement is indicated in the job title.

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