Illumina Looking for Software Engineer 2 at San Francisco Bay Area Full Time

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

We are seeking a highly skilled Test Automation Software Engineer to design and implement robust test automation solutions in support of our Instrument Software applications. This role blends hands-on test development, system-level problem-solving, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the quality and reliability of Illumina’s next generation of flagship sequencing platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about automation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a quality-first mindset to everything they do.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software solutions for our flagship instrument sequencing platforms, ensuring seamless integration with existing workflows.
• Develop and implement test automation frameworks and scripts to verify software functionality, ensure quality, and reduce regression risks
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, scientists, test engineers, and other stakeholders to design and optimize hardware ecosystem workflows
• Design and implement data analysis pipelines
• Maintain rigorous quality standards
• Participate in design and code reviews
• Develop software that solves the problem at hand with an eye toward flexibility and maintainability

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Requirements

• Demonstrated coding experience with an object-oriented programming language such as C#, Java, Python, or C++ (C# preferred)
• Passion and aptitude for problem solving, data analysis, and mastering new domains
• Strong communicator with a willingness to both learn and teach others

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

The estimated base salary range for the Software Engineer 2 role based in the United States of America is: $121,900 – $182,900. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.