Bioinformatics Scientist: Genomics Signal Processing

Illumina; Coronado (CA); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina is hiring for a Staff Bioinformatics Scientist in the United States. The role focuses on designing and implementing signal processing and bioinformatics algorithms to advance genomic analysis.

You will optimize software at multiple levels and collaborate with external teams to enable robust, end-to-end workflows. The position requires strong background in signal processing, data analysis, statistics, and C++ experience (Java/C# also considered).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in bioinformatics, biology, engineering, computer science, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of related experience with a Master’s degree.
• Experience with signal processing, data analysis, and statistical approaches.
• C++ experience preferred; Java or C# considered.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and implement signal processing and bioinformatics algorithms.
• Analyze data and optimize software at the algorithm, design, and code level.
• Collaborate with external teams to ensure end-to-end workflows.
• Develop, debug, and integrate optimized C/C++ software on Linux for multi-threaded applications.
• Provide technical leadership and represent the team at project/executive levels.

Skills

Signal processing

Data analysis

C++

Java

C#

Statistics

Strong problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or PhD

Six years of related experience with a Master’s degree

Tools

Git

Python

Linux

Job description

Illumina is hiring for a Staff Bioinformatics Scientist in the United States. The role focuses on designing and implementing signal processing and bioinformatics algorithms to advance genomic analysis.

You will optimize software at multiple levels and collaborate with external teams to enable robust, end-to-end workflows. The position requires strong background in signal processing, data analysis, statistics, and C++ experience (Java/C# also considered).