Bioinformatics Scientist — Genomics Platform
Job in
San Francisco, San Francisco County, California, 94199, USA
Listed on 2026-07-07
Listing for:
Archetype Specialist
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
-
Research/Development
Biotech Research, Research Scientist, Genetics / Genomics, Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Bioinformatics Scientist — Genomics Platform | South SF (Hybrid/On-site)
Client is a 100+ person genomics company bootstrapped to $80M ARR, processing thousands of sequencing samples daily for 70,000+ scientists including Nobel laureates and Fortune 100 pharma. Expanding from plasmid sequencing into full genomics.
You’ll build and own production-grade bioinformatics pipelines at the core of their sequencing engine.
What you’ll do- Build high-throughput bioinformatics workflows processing thousands of samples per day
- Develop novel algorithms turning raw sequencing data into fast, accurate insights
- Integrate cutting‑edge tools into real‑world production pipelines
- Translate bioinformatics outputs into scientific UX that feels intuitive to researchers
- Mentor teammates and contribute to a fast‑moving, collaborative environment
Python, Biopython, Nextflow, Snakemake, Docker, Apptainer, Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, C++, Git
Strong fit if you have- PhD in Bioinformatics, CS, Biology, Biochemistry, Statistics, Physics or related field
- 3+ years production bioinformatics pipeline development (1.5+ years industry, not academia)
- Expertise in at least one of: microbial genomics, variant calling/large‑scale genomics, or bulk/single‑cell RNA‑seq
- Hands‑on Nextflow and/or Snakemake experience (Nextflow preferred)
- Experience at a small, fast‑moving biotech startup
- Bonus: novel bioinformatics tool or algorithm contribution
- Hybrid, 3 days on‑site in South SF (M/W/F)
- $150K–$180K base depends on experience + Competitive equity
- TN and H‑1B1 accommodated; no new visa sponsorship
- Academia‑only background
- Heavy R&D/therapeutics focus with no production pipeline experience
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×