What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?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.Responsibilities:Work as part of Agile scrum teams to design, implement, and test the instrument control software that powers our industry-leading DNA sequencing and genotyping devicesDevelop, review and execute both manual and automated software testsInvestigate and analyze software defectsDefine, develop and document tests to uncover defects and improve product qualityDesign and code test scripts, deploying to build pipeline, monitoring resultsPlan and build effective test environments with useful dataThoroughly document and track issues which surface during the testing processParticipate in all aspects of our agile development process, from sprint planning to daily scrum meetings and sprint demosParticipate in shared learning and mentoring with other team membersLearn and have fun with some of the smartest people you’ll ever meet!Required Educational Background:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Bioengineering or engineering related areaDesired Profile:Minimum 2 - 5 years experience in testing and supporting software for mechanical instrumentationMinimum 2 - 5 years experience working in Software Quality Assurance or other areas of the SDLC to test Windows-based and/or Linux-based GUI systemsExperience with Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, Jira (or other test/defect management tool), Agile (Scrum) processExperience working on multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience writing codes in at least one modern scripting language (like Python) to implement automated testingMinimum 2 - 5 years experience with traditional, manual Quality Assurance approachesKnowledge of multiple test methods: exploratory, unit, acceptance, functional, systems, integration and moreUnderstanding of modern build systems and release management conceptsA track record that includes being part of a team which completed and shipped successful productsKnowledge of Agile methodologiesMust thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environmentExperience in participating in cross-organizational or inter-company collaborationExperience in developing instrument software / hardware integration is a plusExperience in biotech and bioinformatics is a plusExperience in Linux Operating System is a plusExperience in image processing is a plusWe are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative 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 offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. 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. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. 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.
