Bioinformatics Workflow Developer
LocationCary, North Carolina, United States
Typefull-time
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 29, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Strong programming experience in Python, Nextflow, Snakemake, WDL, or similar workflow frameworks
Experience processing large-scale genomics datasets and common bioinformatics file formats
Familiarity with AWS cloud services and distributed computing environments
Understanding of software engineering best practices, including Git, testing, CI/CD, and documentation
Skills
Python
Nextflow
Snakemake
WDL
AWS
S3
Git
CI/CD
FASTA
GFF/GTF
VCF
BAM/CRAM
Benefits
Accrued vacation
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
About the role
Design, develop, and productionize scalable bioinformatics workflows supporting pangenome graph construction, haplotype expansion, population-scale imputation, and genomic data quality control. This role focuses on transforming research-grade analyses into robust, reusable, and cloud-enabled pipelines that support large-scale multi-crop genomics programs.
Requirements
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Develop and maintain production-grade bioinformatics workflows for pangenome, haplotype, imputation, and QC processes.
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Convert research scripts and manual analyses into automated, version-controlled, and reproducible pipelines.
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Work with genomic data formats including FASTA, GFF/GTF, VCF, BAM/CRAM, haplotype outputs, and associated metadata.
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Implement workflows using cloud-native AWS services, leveraging S3 storage and scalable batch execution.
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Build validation, logging, provenance tracking, and error-handling capabilities into workflows.
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Collaborate with scientists and domain experts to ensure biological accuracy and usability of outputs.
Required Skills
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Strong programming experience in Python, Nextflow, Snakemake, WDL, or similar workflow frameworks.
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Experience processing large-scale genomics datasets and common bioinformatics file formats.
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Familiarity with AWS cloud services and distributed computing environments.
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Understanding of software engineering best practices, including Git, testing, CI/CD, and documentation.
Key Deliverables
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Production-ready workflow modules and reusable pipeline templates.
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Automated QC and validation reports.
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Execution and operational documentation.
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Reliable mechanisms for workflow monitoring, reprocessing, and onboarding of new datasets.
Benefits
About Zifo:
About the company
CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team’s knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 7 of the Top 10 Biopharma companies.
We look for Science – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals. While we have a “no doors” policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda – technical competency and cultural adaptability.
We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your calling!
Legal
Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team’s knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 18 of the Top 20 Biopharma companies.
We look for Science – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals. While we have a “no doors” policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda – technical competency and cultural adaptability.
We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your calling!
Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.