Position: Programmer (Cloud Architect & Data Engineer), Transitional Research Location: Remote or Hybrid Reports to: Director of Research Technology

Work from Home Set-Up:

If you are within 2 hours of the office, you must go in twice a week

If you are within a 2–4-hour commute, you must go in once a month

Anybody beyond a 4-hour commute, you must go in once a quarter for a retreat

All applicants must reside in the US

Overview: The Cloud & Data Infrastructure Engineer leads the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions and data infrastructure to support the company’s clinical and genomic research initiatives. This role combines technical expertise in cloud architecture, DevOps, and data management with collaboration across research, engineering, and business teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and manage scalable cloud infrastructure and data pipelines for research platforms

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to define and deliver cloud-based solutions

Automate workflows, implement Infrastructure as Code, and deploy tools using Docker, APIs, and CLIs

Develop and manage secure data environments, including relational databases, ETL pipelines, and data warehouses

Optimize cloud usage for cost-efficiency and performance

Support software development, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and contribute to DevOps efforts

Participate in strategic planning, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field. Master’s Degree .

Experience: A minimum of 3-years in data management, cloud engineering, and DevOps required.

All applicants must have experience in cancer genomics, bioinformatics, or computational biology

Cloud Expertise: Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience with cloud policies, access controls, and security configurations.

Database Skills: Proficient in relational database design, complex queries, data warehousing, migration processes, and ETL frameworks.

Development Skills: Solid background in development and IT operations with strong programming skills in such as Python, R, or Bash, and familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (CloudFormation, Terraform).

Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications:

Certifications: Certifications in cloud computing (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Data Engineer).

Domain Experience: Experience in bioinformatics, computational biology, multi-modal data analysis, and software release management (Git, CI/CD)

Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.

Company DescriptionBlue Chip Staffing LLC is a premier family-owned nationwide staffing agency, dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with exceptional opportunities. Our founder, who began his career at Robert Half, leveraged his expertise to build a company rooted in delivering outstanding staffing solutions tailored to client needs.

Our agency proudly serves clients nationwide, providing comprehensive staffing solutions across all 50 states. While we have a strong presence in key regions, our commitment extends far beyond individual locations. Our talented team is dedicated to supporting businesses across the country, offering a personalized and results-driven approach to recruitment that ensures success on every level.Company DescriptionBlue Chip Staffing LLC is a premier family-owned nationwide staffing agency, dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with exceptional opportunities. Our founder, who began his career at Robert Half, leveraged his expertise to build a company rooted in delivering outstanding staffing solutions tailored to client needs.\r\n\r\nOur agency proudly serves clients nationwide, providing comprehensive staffing solutions across all 50 states. While we have a strong presence in key regions, our commitment extends far beyond individual locations. Our talented team is dedicated to supporting businesses across the country, offering a personalized and results-driven approach to recruitment that ensures success on every level.