Bioinformatics Quality Engineer I

Abbott

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Work type
On-site
Location
La Jolla, CA
Salary
$81,500–$141,300 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare company that manufactures and markets a broad and diversified line of health care products including diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. Industry: Healthcare & Medical Devices

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TL;DR · Bioinformatics Quality Engineer I

The Bioinformatics Quality Engineer I joins the Cancer Diagnostics Division to ensure the quality and compliance of medical device software for IVD, IUO, and LDT products. Working within a distributed team, this role involves executing verification and validation activities for bioinformatics pipelines that process and interpret Next Generation Sequencing data. Key responsibilities include developing verification protocols, translating software requirements into executable tests, and generating test reports throughout the system development lifecycle. The position requires proficiency in the software development lifecycle, Agile/Scrum environments, and tools like Git, CI/CD, and JAMA. Candidates should possess skills in Python, automated software testing, and container orchestration like Docker or Kubernetes. The role addresses technical challenges in cancer diagnostics by ensuring software satisfies rigorous regulatory requirements and quality management system standards.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute verification and validation protocols for medical device software and LDT products.
  • Translate user and software requirements into executable verification protocols across the full development lifecycle.
  • Generate test reports and maintain traceability matrices to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Test product functionality and confirm capabilities for bioinformatics pipelines processing NGS data.
  • Provide technical guidance on algorithmic test strategies and testing methodologies to bioinformatics scientists.
  • Create software documentation compatible with regulatory requirements and Quality Management System policies.
  • Contribute to test-driven development practices within the bioinformatics engineering team.
  • Communicate documentation requirements and complex technical information to stakeholders across the organization.

What we're looking for

  • B.S. Degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Bioengineering, or a similar field.
  • 0-2+ years of experience in software quality/test engineering and/or bioinformatics.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and familiarity with Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Proven capability in creating verification documentation, including Verification Plans, Reports, Traceability Matrices, and SOPs.
  • Understanding of software development best practices such as Git, code reviews, and CI/CD.
  • Experience working within a Quality Management System and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of bioinformatics pipelines within Next Generation Sequencing and PCR applications (preferred).
  • Bachelor’s degree.

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