Bioinformatics Pipeline Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and execute testing strategies for NGS pipelines (alignment, variant calling, annotation).
• Perform data validation, regression testing, and discrepancy analysis.
• Develop automated test scripts (Python).
• Translate requirements into test cases and validation criteria.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and reliability.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of NGS workflows (FASTQ, BAM, VCF).
• Experience in bioinformatics pipeline testing or QA.
• Proficiency in Python scripting.
• Hands-on with Git and CI/CD tools.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and data pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in biotech/life sciences domain.
• Familiarity with Nextflow, Snakemake, or similar workflows.
• Exposure to regulated environments (CLIA/FDA).