Staff Software Engineer - Commercial - #4903

GRAIL; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 169,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time-off

401(k) retirement plan with employer 6

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Mindfulness programs

Job summary

GRAIL seeks an experienced software leader in Menlo Park, CA, with 8+ years in full-stack and microservices to drive native cloud-based software for The Galleri Test and related offerings. You will guide multiple large programs, set engineering standards, and mentor teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes distributed systems on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), test protocols, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of meaningful work experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining full-stack applications and microservice ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Use your experience developing backend applications and distributed systems to build native cloud-based software that is leveraged by GRAIL’s key commercial offerings for The Galleri Test, my.grail.com and provider.grail.com.
• Develop and lead multiple large cross-functional / cross-organizational programs with high complexity, resource requirements and associated risks.
• Drive improvements for the software engineering organization based on understanding of business needs and industry trends.
• Provide technical leadership in the form of standards, tools, and knowledge requirements for the software engineering organization.
• Guide and mentor team members to provide an example of innovation and excellence.

Skills

Go (preferred)

Java

Python

JavaScript

C++

React

Angular

Spring

Spring Boot

REST APIs

gRPC

AWS

GCP

Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Redis

CI/CD

Automated Testing

Agile Development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or similar technical field or equivalent experience

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

Job description

This role is based in Menlo Park, California, and will move to Sunnyvale, California in Fall 2026. It offers a flexible work arrangement, with the ability to work from GRAIL's office or from home. Our current flexible work arrangement policy requires that a minimum of 60%, or 24 hours, of your total work week be on-site. Your specific schedule, determined in collaboration with your manager, will align with team and business needs and could exceed the 60% requirement for the site. At our Menlo Park campus, Tuesdays and Thursdays are the key days where we encourage on-site presence to engage in events and on-site activities. We may also consider candidates in Durham NC but the bay area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use your experience developing backend applications and distributed systems to build native cloud-based software that is leveraged by GRAIL’s key commercial offerings for The Galleri® Test, my.grail.com and provider.grail.com.
• Develop and lead multiple large cross-functional / cross-organizational programs with high complexity, resource requirements and associated risks.
• Drive improvements for the software engineering organization based on understanding of business needs and industry trends.
• Provide technical leadership in the form of standards, tools, and knowledge requirements for the software engineering organization.
• Guide and mentor team members to provide an example of innovation and excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or similar technical field or equivalent experience.
• 8-12+ years of meaningful work experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining full-stack applications and microservice ecosystems.

• Excellent knowledge of:

  • Programming Languages: Go (preferred), Java, Python, JavaScript, C++
  • Frontend: React, Angular
  • Backend: Spring, Spring Boot, REST APIs, gRPC (preferred)
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS (preferred), GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform (preferred), Microservices
  • Data: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis
  • Development Practices: CI/CD, Automated Testing, Agile Development
• Experience developing distributed systems on one of the cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Experience with writing and executing test protocols.
• Passion for designing and building practical high-quality software solutions.
• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with gRPC, Terraform, AWS is a plus.
• Willingness to add value to the team.

The expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $169k‑224k in the bay area.

This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation, including an annual bonus and/or incentives, subject to the terms of the applicable plans and Company discretion. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for GRAIL’s comprehensive and competitive benefits package, offered in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. This package currently includes flexible time‑off or vacation; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical, dental, and vision coverage; and carefully selected mindfulness programs.

GRAIL is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, GRAIL will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require an accommodation to apply for an open position.