Analytics Data Engineer
Cambridge, MA 
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Job Description

Genomics Platform (GP) at Broad Institute at Harvard and MIT is a world-class leader in genomic sequencing science and technology, processing thousands of samples per week and producing enormous amounts of data. The Analytics team at GP Informatics is a small team of data and software engineers who develop the infrastructure, ETLs and data visualizations to track, monitor and analyze data produced by various systems - from sample intake, through Lab processing to sequencing data analysis and data delivery.

We're seeking a data engineer who is proficient in relational databases and SQL programming, who will be wrangling data from disparate data sources to troubleshoot, develop new data sources for new processes or to improve existing ones, assist staff in query creation for day-to-day tasks and ad-hoc reporting needs, and build visualization solutions, currently with Tableau. This role will require

backend and frontend development in an ORACLE database environment and Tableau as a visualization tool, as well as backup admin support for JIRA and Tableau. The role includes collaboration and communication with other Informatics and cross-platform teams (Project and Product Managers, Lab technicians, and others).

Hybrid work with onsite requirement of minimum 2 days per week.

Our ideal candidate will

  • Demonstrate understanding of how data and queries align with business processes.

  • Proficient in troubleshooting common database issues.

  • Competent in analyzing, evaluating, and testing data controls and systems to ensure compliance with quality and risk standards.

  • Adhere to best practices in database design and development.

  • Effective communication with stakeholders including product managers, designers, and business analysts.

  • Work independently, drive and design elegant solutions to complex problems.

  • Fast learner and open to expand their skill set and domain knowledge.

  • Pay attention to details while keeping the integrity of the system.

  • No prior scientific background is required.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

  • At least 2 years of working experience in a Data Engineering role or similar with relational databases, SQL.

  • Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Solid understanding of IT processes, data, and workflows.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


Experience in any of the following is a plus:

  • Databases MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.

  • Any programming language - Python, Scala, Java, etc.

  • JIRA.

  • Familiar with Linux environment.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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