Senior System Integration Engineer/Scientist

$105,600 - $158,400/Yr

Illumina - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Systems Integration Engineer/Scientist at Illumina plays a crucial role in developing genomic analysis tools that are essential for scientific and clinical research. This position focuses on integration testing of hardware, software, and chemistry components to ensure the delivery of high-quality, robust products that contribute to early disease detection and treatment options. The role involves hands-on testing, data collection, and collaboration within a dynamic team environment, ultimately aiming to enhance health equity through genomic technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on testing of end-to-end sequencing application workflows for whole genome and whole transcriptome analysis.
• Reliably execute experiments and test plans, collect data, summarize results, and report issues.
• Regularly communicate experimental results and observations in group settings.
• Contribute to investigations of technical issues and independently work on defined scope problems.
• Follow standard procedures and protocols to support verification and validation activities.
• Operate systems with a customer point of view to assess usability, safety, data quality, and efficiency of workflows.
• Contribute to the content of user guides.
• Instruct others in system operation and data analysis with increasing proficiency.
• Track and maintain lab supplies and consumable inventory for projects.

Requirements

• A solid understanding of sequencing systems and applications.
• Ability to describe the steps and components required to execute a complete end-to-end workflow, including sample library preparation, sequencing, and analysis.
• Basic molecular biology wet laboratory experience, including pipetting and working with DNA and RNA.
• Direct experience with qPCR or library preparation is a plus.
• Interest in data analysis and statistics.
• Programming experience is strongly desired (Python, Perl, LabView, etc.).
• A desire to be a part of a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, and dynamic environment.
• Solid communication and writing skills.

Benefits

• Access to genomics sequencing
• Family planning
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off