Sr. Data and Solution Engineer

Company Overview: 

Paratus Sciences (www.paratussciences.com) is a biotech startup dedicated to improving human health through an understanding of bat biology. We focus on identifying and developing groundbreaking therapeutics for a myriad of diseases by unlocking the secrets of the bat genome. The company received a $100 million Series A financing in March 2023. In addition to powered flight, bats have evolved the ability to control inflammation, tolerate viral infection, resist cancer, accept extreme diets, and live exceptionally long lives for a mammal of their size. However, the elusive lifestyle of bats coupled with a lack of scientific tools and reagents has made the study of these extraordinary animals difficult and slow going. We are developing the tools and methods necessary to understand the extreme and unique attributes of bat biology and apply these insights to identify and develop new therapies to address some of the most challenging health issues facing humankind. 

Position Overview: 

We are currently seeking a Data and Solution Engineer to join our growing team! This role will be responsible to oversee development of data strategy, infrastructure and AI/ML platforms working closely with Research teams. We are seeking a leader with expertise in the integration, management, and optimization of biological and genomic data 

Responsibilities: 

• Design and Develop Data Pipelines: Design, construct, and maintain scalable data pipelines to process and analyze a variety of biological datasets. Ensure data integrity and accessibility across various bioinformatics platforms.  

• Database Management: Develop, optimize, and manage relational and graph databases, ensuring efficient data storage, retrieval, and analysis. Implement best practices for database security, reliability, and performance.  

• Data Integration: Collaborate with Data and Experimental Scientists to integrate diverse datasets, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Facilitate seamless data flow between internal and external data sources.  

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Data and Experimental Scientists to understand data needs and provide technical support in data management and analysis.  

• Automation and Optimization: Identify opportunities for automating routine data processes. Implement solutions to enhance data processing efficiency and data quality controls.  

Qualifications & Skills: 

• BS/MS in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field with at least 7 years of experience 

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role, preferably in a bioinformatics or life sciences environment 

• Experience with data pipeline tools and technologies such as nextflow or similar frameworks.  

• Experience with cloud computing platforms, preferably AWS.  

• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, or R.  

• Experience with bioinformatics tools and libraries.  

• Solid understanding of data integration techniques and data warehousing concepts.  

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.  

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.  

Additional Information 

This role is remote with an expectation of visiting the NYC office at least once every 6 weeks. 

Paratus is a global company with locations on the East Coast, U.S. and Singapore. Flexibility to interact across time zones is required.  

Travel requirements – NYC on-site visits every 6 weeks, occasional travel to Singapore