Senior Data Infrastructure Engineer (Contract)
Flagship Pioneering2 days ago
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Summary
Flagship Pioneering is seeking a Senior Data Infrastructure Engineer (Contract) to join their team in Cambridge, MA. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable data systems to support scientific and operational needs.
About the Role
As a Senior Data Infrastructure Engineer, you will focus on building platform-agnostic, cloud-native infrastructure primarily in AWS. Your responsibilities will include designing and maintaining databases, leading data model architecture, developing data pipelines, implementing data governance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data accessibility and reliability.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in database administration, data engineering, or infrastructure roles.
- Deep experience with AWS cloud services, including RDS, Athena, S3, and IAM.
- Proficient in SQL, data modeling, ETL/ELT workflows, and interacting with APIs.
Preferred:
- Master's degree in a technical field or equivalent professional experience in cloud-based data infrastructure or scientific computing.
- Experience modeling laboratory workflows within a LIMS.
- Experience as an information management system administrator or owner, Benchling preferred.
- Familiarity with version control, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Scripting experience (Python, Shell) for automation and data transformation.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a mission-driven team.
- Contribute to meaningful science and innovation in agricultural biotechnology.
Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology company that invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple transformative human health and sustainability products. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated and fostered more than 100 scientific ventures. The current Flagship ecosystem comprises over 40 companies, including Denali Therapeutics, Foghorn Therapeutics, Generate:Biomedicines, Inari, Indigo Agriculture, and Tessera Therapeutics.
Cambridge, MA