Technical Lead, Bioinformatics Engineering (Python)

Velsera Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent bioinformatics company is seeking a leader to oversee software development and quality assurance processes. Candidates should have a Ph.D. with substantial experience in bioinformatics and leadership, along with excellent programming skills in Python and Shell scripting. This role includes defining application architecture and managing complex projects within an innovative team environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of postdoc or industrial experience with a Ph.D. or 10+ years of experience with a Master's.
• Experience in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven expertise in the analysis of NGS data generated on sequencing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Participate in defining the high-level application architecture.
• Drive improvements in quality assurance processes.
• Manage moderately complex projects and initiatives.

Skills

Bioinformatics tools

Python programming

Shell scripting

Data presentation

Project management

Education

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics or related field

Masters Degree in Bioinformatics or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

mySQL

Oracle

GitHub

Linux/UNIX/Mac OS X

AWS

Job description

Foster a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive team culture that encourages continuous learning and knowledge sharing Participate in defining the high-level application architecture for future roadmap requirements and features. Coach team members by sharing domain and technical knowledge and code reviews. Drive improvements in quality assurance processes, addressing bottlenecks and inefficiencies to optimize workflows. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the bioinformatics software and analytical pipelines development lifecycle. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a passion for translating complex biological questions into actionable computational solutions. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ph.D. degree with 8 + years of postdoc or industrial experience or Masters Degree with 10 + years of industrial experience in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Bioengineering, Computational Biology or related field with atleast 3+ years experience in leadership or managerial role. Extensive experience with bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and algorithms for genomics data analysis. Excellent programming skills in Python and Shell scripting. Experience with Relational database such as PostgreSQL, mySQL or Oracle. Experience with version control systems such as GitHub. Experience with Linux/UNIX/Mac OS X based systems Experience with high-performance Linux cluster and cloud computing (AWS is preferred). Deep understanding of analytical approaches and tools for genomic data analysis along with familiarity with genomic databases. Candidates with proven expertise in the analysis of NGS data generated on sequencing platforms such as Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, or Thermo will be prioritized. Experience with open source bioinformatics tools and publicly available variant databases. Ability to manage moderately complex projects and initiatives. Exceptionally strong communication , data presentation and visualization skills. Personal initiative and ability to work effectively with in a cross functional team. Excellent communication skills and ability to learn and work independently when necessary. Welcome to Era of Velsera! Seven Bridges, Pierian & UgenTec have combined to become Velsera. Velsera is the precision engine company. We empower researchers, scientists, and clinicians to drive precision R&D, expand access to, and more effectively leverage analytics at the point of care. We unify technology-enabled solutions and scientific expertise to enable a continuous flow of knowledge across the global healthcare ecosystem. This interweaves diverse biomedical communities, allowing them to build upon each other’s success and accelerate medical breakthroughs that positively impact human health.