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Bioinformatics Researcher II
Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company
Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.
We are looking for a highly motivated Bioinformatics Researcher II to join our team!
As a Bioinformatics Researcher, you will design and execute analyses on Ultima sequencing data. You will join our R&D team in Israel to develop computational methods and scalable pipelines that turn raw data into clear biological insights, working at the intersection of biology, computing, and AI.
How You’ll Contribute
- Build and run pipelines: Design and execute analysis pipelines on sequencing data in a cloud-based environment
- Work across teams: Collaborate with lab scientists, bioinformatic scientists, data scientists, and clinical partners to define requirements, provide analysis support, and influence the direction of our scientific platform
- Develop and adapt methods: Create new algorithms and apply state-of-the-art approaches to turn high-throughput data into biological insights
- Ensure rigor: Use quantitative and computational methods to validate results and strengthen the impact of our findings
Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- MS or PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of relevant industry or academic experience in a hands-on bioinformatics role preferred
- Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting large-scale Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) datasets such as WGS, WES, and RNA-seq
- Expert proficiency in Python for complex data analysis and proficiency in UNIX
- A strong foundation in statistics and quantitative analyses
- Proficiency with software development best practices including version control with Git, containerization with Docker, and unit testing
- Deep expertise in a specific area of genomics, such as somatic variant calling, structural variation, or single-cell analysis
- Hands-on experience deploying and managing bioinformatics workflows in a cloud environment (AWS/GCP) using tools such as WDL, Nextflow or Snakemake
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Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.
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Senior Scientist
We are seeking a Senior Scientist to join the MyHeritage Science Team, an innovative research team that works with one of the largest DNA datasets in the world. In this critical role, you will build new features and algorithms and improve existing ones, including ethnicity estimation, relationship inference, and prediction of phenotypic traits. This work directly impacts millions of users by providing them with accurate information on their ancestry and family connections.
This unique position offers an exciting blend of academic rigor and industry application, focused on the science behind MyHeritage DNA products. You will apply state-of-the-art science and cutting-edge methods to analyze millions of DNA samples and family trees. Your efforts will help users worldwide discover their heritage and connect with family through science.
What you’ll do
- Work with a huge volume of genetic and genealogical data, which includes the genomes of over 8 million people around the world and billions of genealogical records.
- Develop and expand the company’s DNA analysis toolset, combining bioinformatics, population and statistical genetics, and machine learning, and testing new ideas stemming from both the product perspective and the scientific literature.
- Take ownership of end-to-end development of state-of-the-art DNA products, from conception through research, development and engineering, all the way to mature products released to millions of people worldwide.
- Work closely with engineering, product, and data teams to translate research outcomes into user-facing features and tools.
- Clearly communicate scientific concepts and progress internally and externally.
- Work with bright DNA researchers in a vibrant intellectual environment.
What you bring
- Advanced degree (ideally Ph.D.) in Genetics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative field; and 2+ years of relevant experience in industry or postdoctoral studies.
- Strong background in:
- Population genetics and/or statistical genetics.
- Analysis of genotyping or sequencing data.
- Genomic data pipelines and bioinformatics tools.
- Machine learning or statistical modeling applied to biological data.
- Interrogating and troubleshooting data.
- Strong programming skills in Python/R, using scientific and machine learning toolboxes.
- Hands-on expertise in large-scale parallel computing platforms (cloud computing (AWS), computer clusters, Spark, etc.).
- Proficiency in Python and familiarity with production-scale computational pipelines.
- Familiarity with tools such as Snakemake, Airflow, or other pipeline managers is an advantage.
- Experience with AWS is an advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About MyHeritage
MyHeritage is the leading global platform for family history. It enriches the lives of people worldwide by enabling them to uncover more about themselves and where they belong. With a suite of intuitive products, billions of historical records, an affordable at-home DNA test, and AI-powered photo tools, MyHeritage creates a meaningful discovery experience that is deeply rewarding. The MyHeritage platform is enjoyed by tens of millions of people around the world who treasure and celebrate their heritage. MyHeritage offers full privacy controls and is available in 42 languages. Learn more at www.myheritage.com. See what it’s like to work at MyHeritage on www.glassdoor.com.
Benefits at MyHeritage
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits to enhance work-life balance and well-being:
- Hybrid work model
- Modern, beautiful offices in Or Yehuda and Tel Aviv with shuttle service from Tel Aviv and employee parking (for our Or Yehuda employees)
- On-site Gym and Pilates classes
- Dog-friendly office
- Well-stocked kitchens and a monthly meal allowance
- Fully funded supplemental health insurance
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Senior Software and Algorithm Engineer
Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company
Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Software and Algorithm Engineer to join our team!
As a Senior Software and Algorithm Engineer you will help us with implementing innovative bioinformatics algorithms and extracting more insights from the data our product generates.
How You’ll Contribute
- Participate in the architecture and software design of bioinformatics solutions
- Implement bioinformatic algorithms in an efficient, reusable and manageable C/C++ code
- Learn in-depth the required algorithms, analyze their complexity and find/invent ways to implement them in the most efficient way possible
- Work on existing and on new pipeline infrastructures, both on-prem and at cloud environments
- Manage performance tuning, integrations, testing and bug fixing
Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
- MS degree or other advanced studies in above fields is a plus
- 5+ years of experience working as a senior software engineer
- 5+ years of experience working with C/C++
- Experience in implementing analytical algorithms in C/C++, similar language or lower-level code.
- Experience with bioinformatics algorithms is a plus
- Familiarity with other programing languages: Python, Java, R, Rust
- Familiarity with public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure), Containers (docker) and Orchestrators (K8S)
- Knowledge of workflow management systems (e.g., Prefect, Airflow, Luigi)
- Familiarity with pipeline languages such as WDL, Nextflow or Snakemake is a plus#L
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Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.
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