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The mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health. Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.
The role of the Associate Director, Data Platform & Engineering is pivotal for advancing the frontier of research at the Allen Institute. As we grapple with the complexities of computational biology at scale – be it in neuroscience, cell science, or immunology – the need for robust, scalable, and innovative data engineering solutions has never been more urgent. Reporting to the Senior Director, Data Platforms & Engineering, the Associate Director will lead engineering efforts in systems and cloud development to help the Institute scale its data infrastructure to handle petascale (and beyond) datasets integrated across all research areas at the Institute. Success of these engineering efforts will be crucial for ensuring that our researchers have the computational resources they need to make groundbreaking discoveries.
The Allen Institute believes that team science significantly benefits from the participation of diverse voices, experiences, and backgrounds. High-quality science can only be produced when it includes different perspectives. We are committed to increasing diversity across every team and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
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- Lead engineering efforts in systems and cloud development : Integrate approaches across Institute teams to ensure seamless collaboration and efficiency in project execution.
- Develop and scale engineering and infrastructure projects : Handle petascale (and beyond) datasets by designing and implementing innovative, scalable solutions that meet the Institute’s growing data needs.
- Design and build scalable and secure data storage solutions and web services : Ensure these solutions are optimized for fast data capture and access, providing researchers with reliable and efficient tools.
- Automate build and deployment processes : Implement high-degree automation in a cloud-based environment to enhance project deployment efficiency, reduce manual errors, and improve overall productivity.
- Document and communicate software architecture and design decisions : Clearly articulate code approach and rationale behind design decisions, ensuring transparency and understanding through thorough documentation, peer review, and architectural review with key stakeholders.
- Perform software development duties using best practices : Apply iterative design and development methodologies, develop comprehensive unit tests, participate actively in code reviews, and ensure adherence to the highest standards of software development.
- Mentor and manage a team of engineers : Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities for team members to foster a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies : Continuously evaluate and integrate new technologies and practices to keep the Institute’s data engineering efforts at the cutting edge.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams : Work closely with research scientists, data scientists, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements and solutions.
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It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Salary : $176,800 - $232,000
