Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

Illumina

. Design, prototype, and implement computational and statistical algorithms to extract biological signal from sequencing assays .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCambridge • United KingdomSenior💰 £44,000 - £66,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and optimizing high-performance software using C/C++, alongside a strong foundation in algorithms, statistics, and genomics. Capable of analyzing complex biological datasets and effectively communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences.

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C/C++ Software DevelopmentNext-Generation Sequencing TechnologiesGenomic Data AnalysisComputational Methods DevelopmentCollaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams

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Hard Skills

AlgorithmsStatisticsBioinformaticsGenomicsComputational MethodsHigh-Performance ProgrammingMappingAlignmentVariant CallingData Processing

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationAccountabilityOwnership

Tools & Technologies

DRAGEN PlatformSequencing AssaysQuality AssuranceQuality Control

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's DegreePhD

Industry Keywords

Rare Disease ResearchCancer GenomicsPopulation GeneticsExperimental Datasets

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, prototype, and implement computational and statistical algorithms to extract biological signal from sequencing assays
Develop and optimize high-performance production software using C/C++ and related technologies
Analyze, integrate, model, and interpret complex experimental and genomic datasets
Collaborate with software engineering, FPGA, quality assurance, quality control, and clinical genomics teams
Support development and advancement of the DRAGEN platform across germline, somatic, DNA, RNA, structural variant, CNV, and targeted sequencing applications
Engage with external scientific and customer teams to understand emerging needs and define future product capabilities
Communicate technical approaches, experimental results, and scientific findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Prepare internal and external technical documentation, publications, presentations, and scientific marketing materials
Evaluate new technologies, methodologies, and data processing approaches to improve scalability, accuracy, and customer experience
Contribute with accountability and ownership to a collaborative culture and shared objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Bioinformatics, or a related discipline
Relevant industry or research experience
Strong foundation in computer science, statistics, algorithms, and genomics
Experience developing computational methods for complex biological challenges
Experience translating computational methods into robust production environments
Expertise in next-generation sequencing technologies and secondary analysis methods, including mapping, alignment, and variant calling
Strong software development skills in C/C++ or similar high-performance programming languages
Expertise in genomic data analysis and sequencing technologies
Expertise in or exposure to rare disease research, cancer genomics, and population genetics valued
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex technical concepts clearly
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off
Private medical insurance
Compassion and care time off
Leisure travel insurance
Pension
Employee stock purchasing program
Volunteer time off
Variable cash program (bonus or commission)
Equity for eligible roles
Weeklong company-wide summer shutdown
UK flexible benefits
Company contribution of 10% into pension
Employee Resource Groups offering career development experiences, cultural awareness, and social responsibility opportunities