Onsite Genomics QA Engineer — Automation & Testing

Vytwo; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vytwo is seeking an Automation QA Engineer to test software systems used in genomics and life sciences workflows. This role focuses on designing, building, and executing automated and manual test coverage for platforms that process genomic data, ensuring results align with wet lab and dry lab processes.

Strong Python-based automation skills are essential, with genomics/bioinformatics knowledge. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, validate data integrity, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in CS, Bioinformatics, Bioengineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of QA/test automation experience with Python-based testing frameworks (pytest/unittest/Robot Framework).
• Working knowledge of genomics concepts and data formats used in genomics.
• Experience in Life Sciences/Biotech software environments beyond general enterprise QA.
• Direct exposure to wet/dry lab environments and coordination of testing with real lab processes.
• Experience testing or integrating with LIMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites (Python-based) for genomics/life sciences data workflows.
• Build and execute test plans, test cases, and regression suites; verify pipeline outputs, not bioinformatics pipelines.
• Validate software behavior against genomic concepts like sequencing data types and variant calling outputs.
• Coordinate with wet lab and dry lab teams to translate sample lifecycle into test scenarios.
• Test integrations with LIMS to ensure end-to-end sample tracking and result reporting.
• Identify, document, and track defects; collaborate with engineering and product teams on root-cause analysis and resolution.
• Contribute to test strategy for healthcare/life sciences compliance considerations (data integrity, audit trails).
• Continuously improve automation frameworks, CI/CD test integration, and test data management.

Skills

Python scripting

QA automation

Genomics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's in Bioinformatics/Bioengineering or related

Tools

pytest

unittest

Robot Framework

Job description

Vytwo is seeking an Automation QA Engineer to test software systems used in genomics and life sciences workflows. This role focuses on designing, building, and executing automated and manual test coverage for platforms that process genomic data, ensuring results align with wet lab and dry lab processes.

Strong Python-based automation skills are essential, with genomics/bioinformatics knowledge. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, validate data integrity, and contribute to