Bioinformatics ML/AI Engineer

BigRio; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is looking for a Sr. Director of Talent Acquisition and HR to focus on bioinformatics and AI innovation. The role requires extensive expertise in machine learning and genomics and offers a chance to significantly impact personalized medicine by developing intelligent systems that decode the human genome.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with genomic data and applied ML/AI.
• Experience in developing clinical bioinformatics pipelines.
• Fluency in ML frameworks like Hugging Face and TensorFlow.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert for bioinformatics-driven ML/AI innovation.
• Architect and implement next-gen platforms for genomic datasets.
• Fine-tune GenAI models for healthcare applications.

Skills

Machine Learning

Bioinformatics

Cloud Computing

Clinical Data Modeling

Data Engineering

Python

Bash

NGS Data Modeling

Genetics

AI/GenAI Deployment

Education

Master’s degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science

Tools

TensorFlow

Hugging Face

Azure Data Lakehouse

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Direct message the job poster from BigRio

Sr. Director, Talent Acquisition and HR at BigR.io

Location: Remote- Central Time

Full-Time

About BigRio:

BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions from custom development and implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we attract clients from a variety of industries due to our proven ability to deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective software solutions.

Why This Role is Exceptional

This is not your typical ML/AI engineering job! We're seeking a unique blend of in-depth expertise in machine learning, bioinformatics, cloud computing, and clinical data modeling. If you thrive at the intersection of genomics, AI innovation, and scalable architecture, this role offers a unique opportunity to build transformative solutions in clinical genetic testing.

At the frontier of biotech and technology, you’ll help shape the future of personalized medicine by building intelligent systems that interpret the human genome at scale. Your work will directly contribute to improved diagnostics and better patient outcomes, making a real impact with real data.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Education

• Master’s degree or higher in Bioinformatics, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with genomic data and applied ML/AI.

Your Superpowers

• Proven experience developing clinical bioinformatics pipelines—from variant interpretation to automated reporting.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of NGS data modeling, human genetics, and multi-omics data applications.
• Fluency in machine learning frameworks like Hugging Face and TensorFlow, plus AI/GenAI deployment in production settings.
• Experience building and scaling RAG-based GenAI applications (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).
• Strong scripting abilities in Python and Bash.
• Command of cloud-native platforms—especially Azure, including data lakehouse/warehouse services.
• Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases and context-aware OCR technologies.
• DevOps familiarity (CI/CD, unit testing) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in fast-paced, cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the go-to expert for bioinformatics-driven ML/AI innovation in a clinical genomics environment.
• Architect and implement next-gen platforms that derive meaningful insights from genomic, phenotypic, and clinical datasets.
• Evaluate and fine-tune GenAI models, adapting them to real-world healthcare applications.
• Leverage advanced data engineering and AI frameworks to support internal R&D and client-facing solutions.
• Collaborate closely with a diverse team of geneticists, software engineers, and IT experts in a regulated diagnostics setting.

The Impact

This is a mission-driven role where your technical skills can help decode life itself. You’ll be part of a tight-knit team pushing boundaries in precision medicine—applying state-of-the-art AI to data that truly matters.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

BigRio is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. BigRio makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development

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