Senior Research Software Engineer, Proteomics

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The following opportunity exists in South San Francisco, CA:

Senior Research Software Engineer, Proteomics

The Position

The Microchemistry, Proteomics, Lipidomic (MPL) and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Department is seeking an experienced Scientific Programmer with a strong background in software engineering to join our Computational Proteomics group. The new hire will work closely with wet and dry scientists to develop, integrate, and maintain our cutting-edge algorithms, tools and data platforms for the computational analysis of proteomic data essential to Genentech’s drug discovery efforts. As is true across Genentech, research in MPL is fast paced and highly collaborative, drawing on the expertise of some of the world's leading experts in biochemistry, technology, computational biology and disease.

Advances in mass spectrometry proteomics and associated areas have revolutionized the study of cellular proteins and motivated in depth molecular characterization of normal human physiology and disease biology. The MPL group is a world leader in the application of technologies to elucidate new models of the molecular mechanisms of disease and the development of novel therapeutics. The successful candidate will lead efforts to shape and transform the technological backbone in place within the Computational Proteomics group to embrace new analytical techniques, statistical methods, and algorithms critical to the analysis of high dimensional data in the rapidly evolving area of proteomics. They will do so by orchestrating the development and implementation of the data platforms necessary to manage this data at scale, including support for novel data types and the production of self-service analytical tools with an audience of proteomics experts, machine learning scientists, and biologists.

Who You Are

• We are looking for a computational leader with rich, demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining large-scale software applications to address complex biological problems.

• This position requires a PhD in the computer sciences, Bioinformatics, or a scientific field of study such as Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry. Exceptional candidates without an advanced degree but with a demonstrated history of equivalent relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

• A working knowledge of both Python and R, with a mastery of either or both languages, is required.

• A high priority will be placed on demonstrated experience with containerization and architecture of systems to enable scientific workflows, as well as management of large volumes of scientific data and metadata using technologies such as object storage and orchestration of distributed systems within a cloud architecture (AWS).

• Familiarity with modern software engineering best practices, including CI/CD, is a must.

• The successful candidate must have the ability to make project decisions independently; prior experience leading software development teams (e.g. as lead architect) is strongly preferred.

• Experience with data generated from analytical instrumentation such as mass spectrometers and/or prior proteomics experience is highly desired.

• Experience in and knowledge of semantic web concepts, including ontologies and data modeling, is a plus.

• Strong communication & interpersonal skills are essential for success in this collaborative role.

Who We Are?

Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis.

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