Senior Engineer, GenAI Test Tooling (Genomics) at Tempus

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Genomics, Precision MedicineIndustries

Requirements

  • Several years of experience on software development teams, excelling at leading technical analysis & design, evaluating tradeoffs, and establishing best practices
  • Passionate about applying Generative AI to real-world problems, with proven experience using AI, LLMs, or agentic workflows for software testing and test data creation
  • Ability to solve complex technical challenges, balancing delivery timelines, stakeholder needs, and future scalability
  • Understanding of the intricacies of distributed architectures and their impact on test engineering
  • Experience working in fast-paced, agile environments, keeping projects on track, troubleshooting issues, writing documentation, and collaborating across teams
  • Enjoyment of mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of innovation and learning
  • Track record of quickly mastering complex domains and providing valuable input to product development
  • Deep experience in technical analysis and design, mentoring & coaching emerging talent, programming (full stack), relational data systems, and algorithms development
  • Hands-on experience leveraging GenAI, LLMs, and agentic workflows to create robust, scalable, and maintainable test infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • Research, evaluate, and champion the adoption of GenAI technologies and best practices for test tooling and test data creation within the team and organization
  • Define and implement technical solutions and operational processes that elevate the team’s testing capabilities
  • Lead the design and delivery of technical roadmaps for GenAI-driven test infrastructure, often involving cross-team collaboration
  • Architect and build solutions that integrate GenAI, LLMs, and agentic workflows to automate and improve product testing and synthetic data generation
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions deliver rapid value and align with customer needs
  • Develop a deep understanding of business context and team goals to make informed, independent technical decisions

Skills

GenAI
LLMs
agentic workflows
Generative AI
full stack programming
relational databases
algorithms
software testing
test tooling
synthetic test data

Tempus

AI-driven healthcare data analysis platform

About Tempus

Tempus focuses on enhancing patient outcomes through the use of data and artificial intelligence in healthcare. The company offers a platform that analyzes medical data to provide insights for physicians, helping them make better treatment decisions. This platform also aids pharmaceutical and biotech companies in drug development by identifying new targets and assessing treatment effectiveness. For patients, Tempus identifies personalized therapy options, particularly in cancer care, where their research has shown increased opportunities for tailored treatments. They have developed a pan-cancer organoid platform and a liquid biopsy assay for profiling circulating tumor DNA. Tempus generates revenue by charging healthcare providers and companies for access to their platform and insights, setting them apart from competitors by their focus on personalized medicine and extensive cancer research.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$894.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Company Equity
Performance Bonus

Risks

Competition from partners like Genialis may lead to conflicts of interest.
Ambry Genetics acquisition could pose financial risks if synergies aren't realized.
Technical challenges may arise in integration with Flatiron's OncoEMR platform.

Differentiation

Tempus uses AI to analyze clinical and molecular data for precision medicine.
Their platform aids in personalized treatment decisions for cancer patients.
Tempus collaborates with biotech firms to enhance drug development using real-world data.

Upsides

Increased AI adoption in healthcare boosts Tempus' partnerships and collaborations.
Acquisition of Ambry Genetics expands Tempus' genetic testing capabilities.
Integration with Flatiron's OncoEMR enhances precision in cancer treatment plans.

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