Senior Software Engineer

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.

We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to join our talented team in Bangalore. This position will co-work with Manufacturing Engineers and Supervisors to develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing systems to improve the efficiency and productivity of manufacturing site operations. In addition, they will be responsible for designing complex digital systems with a combination of web applications, analytics tools, database routines, and backend engineering solutions

Position Responsibilities:

• Gather user requirements from manufacturing and engineering teams for new projects and initiatives
• Develop reliable and efficient applications to support regional business users
• Maintain and enhance the existing digital solutions
• Create and maintain documents for all projects
• Conduct acceptance test for system enhancements to ensure accuracy and reliability before implementation
• Develop user guides and training materials for new and existing manufacturing systems
• Conduct training on these systems for operation staff
• Modify, adapt, and transfer systems across departments and manufacturing sites

All listed tasks and responsibilities are essential to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodation for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Position Requirements:

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and delivery of scalable and robust analytics software applications using .NET and Angular frameworks.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, propose technical solutions, and drive the implementation of features.
• Architect and design high-performance, maintainable, scalable software systems, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural principles.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise to foster their growth and development.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and drive continuous improvement in code quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and advocating for their adoption when appropriate.
• Drive technical initiatives, lead by example, and promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in analytics software development using .NET and Angular technologies.
• Proficiency in desktop and web application development (C#.Net, HTML5, CSS3, Javascript)
• Strong knowledge and experience with relational databases such as SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Data-access coding skills: Stored procedures, triggers, functions, and views
• Understanding of/ exposure to cloud platforms like AWS/ Azure/ Snowflake, etc.
• Familiarity with Analytics tools like Tableau, PowerBI or Business Objects
• Understanding of data and analytics tools like Snowflake, dBT, Spark/Python, etc.
• Agile development methodologies and Experience in data engineering and analytics practices
• Solid understanding of digital application architecture, design patterns, and principles of object-oriented programming tools like Git, JIRA, DevOps.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor junior team members, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Position Summary:

Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Determines a course of action based on guidelines. Modifies processes and methods as required.
• Works on assignments of moderate scope where problem solving requires application of learned techniques.
• Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Provides standard professional guidance and collaborates to resolve mutual problems.
• Works autonomously and receives little instruction on day-to-day work/new assignments.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Experience/Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 5 years of experience.

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 To learn more, visit: 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.

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