Senior Software and Algorithm Engineer at Ultima Genomics

Tel Aviv District, Israel

Apply Now

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Genomics, Life Sciences, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
5+ years of experience working as a senior software engineer
5+ years of experience working with C/C++
Experience in implementing analytical algorithms in C/C++, similar language or lower-level code
MS degree or other advanced studies in above fields is a plus
Experience with bioinformatics algorithms is a plus
Familiarity with other programming languages: Python, Java, R, Rust
Familiarity with public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure), Containers (docker) and Orchestrators (K8S)
Knowledge of workflow management systems (e.g., Prefect, Airflow, Luigi)
Familiarity with pipeline languages such as WDL, Nextflow or Snakemake is a plus

Responsibilities

Participate in the architecture and software design of bioinformatics solutions
Implement bioinformatic algorithms in an efficient, reusable and manageable C/C++ code
Learn in-depth the required algorithms, analyze their complexity and find/invent ways to implement them in the most efficient way possible
Work on existing and on new pipeline infrastructures, both on-prem and at cloud environments
Manage performance tuning, integrations, testing and bug fixing

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++CBioinformaticsAlgorithmsSoftware ArchitecturePerformance TuningPipeline InfrastructureCloud EnvironmentsTestingBug Fixing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Senior Software and Algorithm Engineer role?

The role requires 5+ years of experience working as a senior software engineer and 5+ years working with C/C++.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What programming languages and tools are needed for this role?

Proficiency in C/C++ for implementing algorithms is required, with familiarity in Python, Java, R, Rust, public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure), containers (Docker), orchestrators (K8S), and workflow systems like Prefect, Airflow, Luigi preferred.

What is the educational requirement for this position?

A BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent is required, with an MS degree or other advanced studies being a plus.

What kind of team will I be joining at Ultima Genomics?

You will join a collaborative group with diverse expertise including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations leaders.

Ultima Genomics

High-throughput genomic sequencing services

About Ultima Genomics

Ultima Genomics focuses on improving human health through advanced genomic sequencing technologies. The company processes large amounts of genetic data to provide insights into human biology and diseases. Its clients include academic researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare providers who need accurate genomic data for their work. The key feature of Ultima Genomics is its sequencing architecture, which allows for extensive data collection from samples, detection of small genetic variations, and routine testing for early disease detection. This capability gives clients access to high-quality genomic information that is essential for research and clinical applications. Ultima Genomics stands out from competitors by excelling in breadth, depth, and frequency of data collection, enabling significant advancements in genomics. The company's goal is to continuously innovate and expand its services to help clients achieve breakthroughs in understanding and treating diseases.

Newark, New JerseyHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$587.7MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Risks

Competition from Illumina and BGI threatens Ultima's market share in low-cost sequencing.

Rapid technological advancements may render Ultima's current technologies obsolete.

Ethical and privacy concerns could lead to regulatory challenges for Ultima Genomics.

Differentiation

Ultima Genomics offers a revolutionary sequencing architecture with the UG 100 platform.

The UG 100 system enables cost-effective sequencing, targeting the $100 genome milestone.

Ultima's technology provides ultra-high accuracy for detecting single nucleotide variants.

Upsides

Ultima's UG 100 platform was selected for the UK's largest proteomics study.

Collaborations with Labcorp and Hartwig Medical enhance Ultima's clinical applications.

The UG 100 system's low cost and high accuracy drive adoption in precision oncology.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI

Try Jobo Free