Pacific Biosciences (PacBio) is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our dynamic Platform Engineering team in Menlo Park, CA. As a leader in the field of high accuracy sequencing technology, PacBio is dedicated to advancing scientific research and healthcare solutions through innovative genomic technologies.
Role Overview: The Platform Engineering team is responsible for continuously improving the existing tools, platforms and processes at PacBio. We enable efficient development and deployment of high-quality software. Members of the team contribute across the entire software development process: managing and enhancing our deployment infrastructure and processes, building and maintaining automated tests and continuously improving the underlying platforms in our DNA sequencers. This individual will work closely with multiple software teams and support them. For this role, the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment will be critical.
Key Responsibilities:
Support and enhance existing tools, platforms, and processes
Drive automation at all stages of software development, release, operations, and maintenance
Perform application and service testing using both manual and automated testing techniques
Incorporating new capabilities into existing software deployment infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolves technical issues related to infrastructure and applications
Writing testable, cross-platform code
Required Qualifications:
A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Typically requires a minimum 2-5 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or a minimum 1-4 years experience with Master's degree; or a minimum 0-4 years experience with a PhD
Fluency in one of more of the following languages: Python, JavaScript, C#, C++
Experience utilizing virtual machines such as VMware and container infrastructure such as Docker
Familiarity with CI/CD build tools such as Bamboo, Jenkins and TeamCity
Proficiency in Linux operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
Experience troubleshooting and working with complex systems
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Linux networking, including IP configuration, firewall management, and troubleshooting
Ability to write and understand complex shell scripts
Experience with monitoring systems such as Grafana, Prometheus and Zabbix
Familiarity with modern builds systems such as CMake, Gradle, and npm
You may be required from time to time to visit and work at PacBio locations and for such times as the Company considers necessary for the proper performance of your duties.
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
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Salary Range: $112,000.00 - $168,000.00
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