Illumina

Senior Software Engineer

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Healthcare, Life SciencesIndustries

Software Engineer

Position Overview

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Brief Description: Plans, designs, develops, and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products, including cloud-based or internet-related tools. The role focuses on developing Java-based web applications and microservices within an Agile scrum team.

Responsibilities

  • Work as part of Agile scrum teams to design, implement, and test world-class distributed cloud software.
  • Develops and maintains Java-based web applications and microservices.
  • Evaluates and proposes suitable alternatives for software architecture, designs, and implementations.
  • Demonstrates a passion for leading-edge software development practices.
  • Displays a passion for clean code, loose coupling, and clean architectures.
  • Be a results-oriented, hyper-collaborator: leading joint design sessions, pair programming, design and code reviews, etc.
  • Develops sustainable, automated deployment and build processes.
  • Practices software engineering principles such as agile methodologies, scrum, and continuous integration.
  • Strives and serves to be a technical role model to the team; grows and grooms the team technically.
  • Self-initiated and self-learner. Able to analyze and provide solutions in creative and effective ways.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and experiences to identify root cause and suggest variations in approach.
  • Learns and has fun with some of the smartest people you’ll ever meet!

Requirements

  • Full Stack Developers: Proficient in both frontend and backend coding.
  • Java Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Java, TypeScript, or at least one other object-oriented language.
  • Frontend Technologies: Experience with front-end technologies and/or front-end frameworks, preferably Angular.
  • REST API Development: Demonstrated strong ability to design, develop, and maintain object-oriented multi-threaded applications, including building and consuming REST APIs.
  • Database Experience: RDBMS such as AWS-RDS, PostgreSQL or MySQL.
  • Message Queue Experience: Experience with Message Queues (RabbitMQ, AWS-SQS or similar).

Additional Information

  • The job description emphasizes a collaborative and learning environment.
  • The role involves working with distributed cloud software and modern software development practices.

Skills

Java
TypeScript
Angular
REST API
Microservices
Cloud Computing
Agile Methodologies
Scrum
Continuous Integration
Frontend Technologies
Backend Development
Software Design
Automated Deployment

Illumina

Supports genomics startups through funding and resources

About Illumina

Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$27.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, BiotechnologyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on NVIDIA's AI technology may limit flexibility in AI solution adoption.
Standardizing proteomics data across platforms could challenge Illumina's data reliability.
Single-flow-cell NovaSeq X System might cannibalize sales of higher-end models.

Differentiation

Illumina leads in genomic sequencing with advanced AI integration and multiomic data analysis.
The company offers innovative array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis.
Illumina's global expansion includes a new Global Capability Center in Bengaluru.

Upsides

Collaboration with NVIDIA enhances drug discovery and clinical development through AI integration.
Pilot proteomics program with UK Biobank aims to generate crucial reference datasets.
Single-cell sequencing kits make high-throughput sequencing accessible to smaller labs.

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