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.
Full Stack Software Engineer I - HYBRID
Are you passionate about solving customer problems with cutting-edge technologies? Do you have a strong technical background and excellent communication skills? Do you want to work on products having a real positive impact on the world? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Software Engineer role within the End-To-End Solutions (e2e) team in Cambridge (UK).
Why us
We are looking for an enthusiastic Full Stack Software Engineer I with a strong foundation in TypeScript, Node.js, and Angular to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior engineer looking to grow in a collaborative and innovative environment. Experience in bioinformatics and Java is a plus but not required.
Why You
Illumina is at the forefront of bringing whole genome sequencing into healthcare, helping change lives by driving adoption of sequencing in the diagnosis of rare disease and emerging cancer applications. Your new colleagues are all deeply passionate about what they do, knowing that our work has the power to improve lives.
Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining full-stack applications using Angular (frontend) and Node.js (backend).
- Work on RESTful APIs and microservices using TypeScript and Node.js.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to implement scalable and efficient solutions.
- Support database operations with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or MySQL.
- Develop interactive data visualisations to enhance user insights and decision-making.
- Write clean, maintainable code while adhering to best practices.
- Participate in code reviews and continuous learning.
- Debug and troubleshoot software issues with guidance from senior engineers.
- Work closely with UI/UX designers to develop user-friendly interfaces.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 0-2 years of professional experience in full-stack development.
- Proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, and Angular.
- Understanding of RESTful API development and microservices.
- Basic knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or MySQL.
- Familiarity with version control tools like Git.
- Willingness to learn and adopt best software development practices.
- Exposure to data visualisation libraries such as D3.js, Chart.js, or similar is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to bioinformatics, computational biology, or data-driven applications.
- Basic knowledge of Java and backend development.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Understanding of containerisation tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
What can you expect
Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated—they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program including highly competitive salaries accompanied by a market leading benefits package.
You will be part of the global leader in the Sequencing industry where you will find robust growth opportunities and career development within Illumina.
We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognizes the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.
#INDEUR
We 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
[email protected]. 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.
