Bioinformatics Engineer II

Tempus; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus is seeking a seasoned engineer to drive end-to-end software solutions within a bioinformatics context. You will design, implement, and review code while mentoring junior engineers to uphold high standards.

The role requires collaboration with clients and product owners to clarify workflows, estimate effort, and resolve blockers promptly. Strong Python, Linux, and database skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience, or Master's/PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proficient in Python coding and software development best practices.
• Experience in Linux environments and working with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL).
• Knowledge of next-generation sequencing data formats and bioinformatics workflows.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end technical solutions from ideation to release and effort estimation.
• Design and develop custom software per ticket specifications.
• Mentor engineers, set standards, and provide code-review feedback.
• Interact with clients and stakeholders to clarify workflows and requirements.
• Identify blockers and monitor process, logging, and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

Git

Unit testing

Documentation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bioinformatics concepts

Education

Bachelor's+5 years / Master's+2 years / PhD in Bioinformatics or CS

Tools

Relational databases

SQL

Docker

APIs

Cloud platforms

Git

Job description

Compensation

Pay Range: $90,000 - $140,000 USD

Essential Functions

• Drive technical solutions to problems, including end-to-end process flow from ideation to release, and estimating time and complexity
• Design and develop custom software according to ticket specifications
• Act as a role model for the team, settings standards for excellence and mentoring junior engineers
• Provide clear and consistent feedback on code reviews
• Meet with clients, partners, product owners, or other stakeholders to understand and clarify workflows and requirements
• Highlight blockers or issues arising during development to resolve in a timely manner
• Monitor process and log information, troubleshooting issues as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (+ at least 5 years work experience), Master's degree (+ at least 2 years work experience), or PhD degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Proficient in Python coding
• Intermediate-to-advanced experience working in Linux environments (e.g. compiling programs from source, performing text manipulations with pipes)
• Intermediate-to-advanced experience in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server)
• Proficiency with software engineering best practices, including git version control, unit testing, and documentation
• Knowledge of next-generation sequencing technologies and standard bioinformatics data formats (e.g., FASTQ, BAM, VCF, GTF)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience with cloud computing environment (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Familiarity with Atlassian suite applications (Jira, Confluence, BitBucket)
• Knowledge of clinical genetics databases (e.g., Clinvar, HGMD) and HGVS sequence variant nomenclatures
• Prior experience in biology and/or an understanding of mutation analysis
• Creating and developing Docker containers
• Experience developing APIs