Genomics Software Engineer

Exciting Opportunity! Our client is a leader in healthcare innovation, seamlessly integrating pharmaceutical development, diagnostic solutions, and advanced technology and data capabilities. Their unique approach enables them to offer a holistic solution that bridges the gap between drug development, diagnostics, and the power of cutting-edge technology and data analytics, driving transformative improvements in healthcare outcomes.

Job Title: Software Engineer – Sequence-to-Function Models

Location: Onsite in SSF, CA preferred. Remote option available, but must be available during PST.

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: $38-50/hr+ (Dependent on experience)

Contract Duration: Through December, 2025

Responsibilities:

Refactor and optimize the existing DNA foundation model codebase to ensure maintainability, readability, and scalability.

Develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure high test coverage.

Design and build a robust, user-friendly API for internal sequence-to-function modeling applications.

Integrate and implement new computational methods and modeling approaches as required.

Fine-tune sequence-to-function models when necessary.

Requirements:

5+ years of professional software engineering experience.

Proficiency in Python with significant experience in developing maintainable and scalable codebases.

Strong expertise in PyTorch.

Experience with single-cell omics data and familiarity with DNA/RNA sequence modeling frameworks (e.g., Enformer, Borzoi) and the scverse ecosystem.

Self-motivated with excellent communication skills and a passion for computational biology and software development.

Proven track record in applying software engineering best practices, including version control (Git), comprehensive testing, modular design, and appropriate abstraction levels.