Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client provider of digital technology and transformation information technology and services
Position: Bioinformatics Software Engineer
Location: Austin TX 78746
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Remote
Job Description:
Primary Responsibilities:
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Design develop and maintain robust bioinformatics data pipelines using Python Perl and Apache Airflow to process largescale genomic proteomic and other biological data.
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Design implement and maintain bioinformatics tools and services such as ones using BLAST to support research and analysis.
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Work with massive datasets optimizing ETL and CRUD operations for efficient data ingestion transformation and storage.
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Build and maintain SQL scripts and PL/SQL procedures for data manipulation and analysis in relational DBs. Work with Document DBs for flexible and scalable data storage and retrieval using ORM frameworks.
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Analyze and troubleshoot complex data issues optimize performance and implement innovative solutions.
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Develop and maintain scalable Javabased web services and search tools to expose bioinformatics tools and products to users.
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Deploy and manage bioinformatics applications on cloud platforms leveraging technologies like Kubernetes and Docker for containerization and orchestration.
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Collaborate with domain experts (Product Managers Bioinformatics scientists) to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions.
Mandatory Skill sets:
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Solid understanding of bioinformatics concepts including genomics proteomics and gene expression analysis and experimental techniques such as PCR CRISPR ELISA etc.
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Strong proficiency in programming languages like Java Python and Perl.
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Strong proficiency in Workflow Management systems and platforms like Apache Airflow and experience with big data frameworks like Hadoop.
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Proficiency in RDBSs and SQL and PL/SQL.
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Proficiency with NoSQL databases like MongoDB.
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Experience with Java and web services development including ORM frameworks like Hibernate.
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Experience with cloud platforms like AWS and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
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Experience with Apache Solr or other search engines a definite plus
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Strong problemsolving and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Tek Wissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.