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Exciting Opportunity at MSK! Our Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Department is looking for a Bioinformatics Software Engineer to join a dynamic team supporting state-of-the-art molecular diagnostics and cancer genomics programs. You will play a key role in developing software tools, web applications, and data workflows that empower our clinicians and researchers to interpret complex genomic information and advance precision oncology.

Role Overview

* Build web applications and APIs that enable genomic data visualization and clinical reporting

* Collaborate closely with bioinformaticians, laboratory scientists, researchers, and clinicians to translate workflow needs into robust software solutions

* Develop, optimize, and maintain computational workflows for NGS data processing

* Improve performance, scalability, and reliability of existing pipelines and tools

* Ensure data quality, reproducibility, and proper documentation across all projects

Key Qualifications

* BS in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field + 5 years of experience OR MS in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field + 2 years of experience

* Strong programming skills in Python

* Experience in web development (e.g., Flask, Django, React)

* Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB)

* Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

* Familiarity with version control (Git/GitHub) and CI/CD workflows

* Understanding of NGS data analysis workflows

* Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

* Experience with cloud computing (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

* Knowledge of cancer genomics, variant calling, and annotation

Core Skills

* Ability to translate scientific and clinical needs into maintainable, well-designed software

* Strong communication skills and comfort collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

* Ability to work in fast-paced research and clinical environments

* Commitment to reproducible, traceable, and well-documented work

Additional Information

* Schedule: hybrid, at least 2 days a week in office, must reside in the NYC metro area

* Location: Joy Building, 321 E 61st Street, NYC

* Reporting to: Manager, Bioinformatics Pathology and Laboratory Medicine