Full-Time

Bioinformatics Software Test Engineer

Posted on 1/18/2025

Alamar Biosciences

Alamar Biosciences

51-200 employees

Develops technology for protein detection and measurement

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$105k - $125kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Junior, Mid

Fremont, CA, USA

Expected to be hybrid, coming onsite to Fremont office at least twice a week.

Category
Bioinformatics
QA & Testing
Biology & Biotech
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Software Testing
R
Git
Selenium
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a similar field and 2+ years experience in software testing, including functional, regression, and performance testing.
  • Working knowledge of scripting language (R, Python) and/or exposure to different programming languages. Required (Cypress/Selenium)
  • Experience with issue tracking and test planning software systems (Github)
  • Strong knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Experience diagnosing and debugging complex systems
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Self-motivation with a positive 'can do' attitude and attention to details.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop test methods and test protocols for functional software verification
  • Creating, maintaining, and executing test plans
  • Creating test reports
  • Reporting issues clearly, including steps leading to the issue
  • Collaborate with engineers and scientists to understand and document system and test requirements
Desired Qualifications
  • Diagnostic equipment or services in the life sciences industry knowledge/experience preferred

Alamar Biosciences focuses on the study of proteins, known as proteomics, to enhance disease detection and treatment. The company has created NULISA™, a technology that can detect and measure proteins in the human body with high sensitivity and a wide range. This allows researchers and clinicians to profile clinically relevant protein biomarkers, which are essential for developing new diagnostic tests and treatments for various diseases. Alamar's ARGO™ system complements NULISA™ by providing a fully automated, high-throughput platform for precision proteomics. Unlike competitors, Alamar's technology simplifies the process, reducing the need for extensive technical expertise, making it accessible to a broader range of clients. The goal of Alamar Biosciences is to improve our understanding of proteins in health and disease, ultimately leading to better early detection and treatment options.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$225.7M

Headquarters

Hayward, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ISO 13485:2016 certification boosts Alamar's credibility in the medical device industry.
  • European expansion with Milan headquarters enhances market reach and client service.
  • $10M investment accelerates Alzheimer's diagnostics development, strengthening Alamar's market position.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Olink and SomaLogic may impact Alamar's market share.
  • Scaling production in Europe and APAC could strain resources and affect quality.
  • Regulatory hurdles in new regions may delay product launches and affect revenue.

What makes Alamar Biosciences unique

  • Alamar's NULISA™ technology offers unprecedented sensitivity in protein detection.
  • The ARGO™ system automates high-throughput proteomics, reducing the need for technical expertise.
  • Alamar's focus on early disease detection sets it apart in the biotechnology field.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Company Equity