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Data Engineer # 4885

Data Engineer # 4885

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Durham NC USA
Hybrid
86K-106K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Software • Biotech
GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early when it can be cured.
The Role
Design build and maintain BI-ready datasets dashboards and monitoring tools for high-throughput lab operations. Implement process monitoring (SPC) ensure data quality and audit readiness perform root-cause analysis and partner with Data Science to deploy predictive models that improve throughput quality and compliance.
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Our mission is to detect cancer early when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative safe and effective technologies that can transform cancer care.
 
We are a healthcare company pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists engineers and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS) population-scale clinical studies and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.
 
GRAIL is headquartered in the bay area of California with locations in Washington D.C. North Carolina and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical technology and healthcare companies.
 
For more information please visit grail.com

As a Senior Data Analytics Engineer in Operational Intelligence you will bridge Data Engineering Data Science and Analytics to curate and transform raw operational and laboratory data into BI-ready datasets and scalable data products. You will collaborate across Software Operations Research Development and Commercial to design and sustain a robust data ecosystem while performing analysis and building and maintaining dashboards and analytical tools that monitor high-throughput lab processes. In this strategic hands-on role you will ensure the accuracy accessibility and utility of data and reporting systems that are critical to lab efficiency traceability and product quality delivering trusted insights that drive measurable business value in a rapidly growing environment.

This role is based at our Durham North Carolina office. It offers a flexible work arrangement with the ability to work from GRAIL's office or from home. Our current flexible work arrangement policy requires that a minimum of 60% or 24 hours of your total work week be on-site. Your specific schedule determined in collaboration with your manager will align with team and business needs and could exceed the 60% requirement for the site.

Responsibilities:

    • Build evolve and support dashboards reports and real-time monitoring tools for functional teams and executives that clearly communicate findings and drive data-informed decisions.; enable self-serve analytics and automate common ad hoc requests.

    • Implement and continuously improve process monitoring systems (e.g. SPC automated controls alerting) to track and stabilize process health.

    • Define govern and report KPIs for throughput quality efficiency and compliance; proactively surface trends anomalies and risks.

    • Develop and deploy predictive analytics trend analyses and models to anticipate process equipment and quality issues; partner with Data Science on model integration and deployment.

    • Collect cleanse and analyze process and production data from high-throughput lab environments; ensure timely reliable access to accurate datasets.

    • Provide rapid data extracts and tailored analyses to expedite troubleshooting containment and root-cause investigations.

    • Ensure data quality and integrity through robust testing validation lineage and observability; establish and monitor SLAs for critical datasets.

    • Maintain comprehensive process documentation compliant with ISO CLIA CAP NYS GMP and FDA requirements; ensure monitoring and reporting systems are audit-ready.

    • These responsibilities summarize the role’s primary responsibilities and are not an exhaustive list. They may change at the company’s discretion.

Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Statistics Informatics Information Systems Engineering Data Science Life Sciences or a related quantitative field.

    • 5+ years of relevant experience as a data analyst analytics engineer or data engineer delivering production-grade datasets dashboards and reports.

    • 3+ years of data modeling experience (dimensional/semantic).

    • 2+ years building dashboards and reports in a modern BI platform (e.g. Tableau).

    • Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python or R).

    • Hands-on experience with AWS analytics services (e.g. Redshift S3 Glue Managed Airflow) and/or Snowflake.

    • Experience working with SaaS application data sources (e.g. NetSuite Salesforce Workday Coupa).

    • Proven expertise in process analytics SPC statistical methods and root-cause analysis (e.g. JMP Minitab; SQL; Python/R).

    • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders and system users to deliver robust solutions and measurable results.

    • Experience in regulated life sciences/biotech environments and familiarity with clinical laboratory operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

    • 5+ years of laboratory operations experience in regulated medical device diagnostics or biotechnology settings.

    • Master’s preferred.

    • Experience deploying and scaling process monitoring in high-throughput or automated environments.

    • Knowledge of end-to-end clinical lab workflows (sample shipment; pre-analytical analytical and post-analytical phases).

    • Strong understanding of regulatory and QMS frameworks (GMP ISO 13485 ISO 15189 CLIA CAP NYS FDA).

    • Excellent leadership communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

The expected full-time annual base pay scale for this position is 86K - $106K. Actual base pay will consider skills experience and location.



This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation including an annual bonus and/or incentives subject to the terms of the applicable plans and Company discretion. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for GRAIL’s comprehensive and competitive benefits package offered in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. This package currently includes flexible time-off or vacation; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical dental and vision coverage; and carefully selected mindfulness programs.
 
GRAIL is an equal employment opportunity employer and we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive contribute and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex gender gender identity sexual orientation age disability status as a protected veteran or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal state and local laws. Additionally GRAIL will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [email protected] if you require an accommodation to apply for an open position.
 
GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace. We welcome job-seekers from all backgrounds to join us!

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Statistics Informatics Information Systems Engineering Data Science Life Sciences or related quantitative field.
  • 5+ years relevant experience as a data analyst analytics engineer or data engineer delivering production-grade datasets dashboards and reports.
  • 3+ years of data modeling experience (dimensional/semantic).
  • 2+ years building dashboards and reports in a modern BI platform (e.g. Tableau).
  • Proficiency in SQL.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python or R).
  • Hands-on experience with AWS analytics services (e.g. Redshift S3 Glue Managed Airflow) and/or Snowflake.
  • Experience working with SaaS application data sources (e.g. NetSuite Salesforce Workday Coupa).
  • Proven expertise in process analytics SPC statistical methods and root-cause analysis (e.g. JMP Minitab; SQL; Python/R).
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders and system users to deliver robust solutions and measurable results.
  • Experience in regulated life sciences/biotech environments and familiarity with clinical laboratory operations.

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GRAIL Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare StrengthComprehensive medical dental vision and mental‑health resources are offered with FSAs/HSAs and multiple carrier options. Feedback suggests the company covers a large share of premiums enhancing perceived value.
  • Leave & Time Off BreadthFlexible/“unlimited” time off sick time paid holidays and summer/winter shutdowns provide broad time‑off options. Hybrid/remote work further expands flexibility for many roles.
  • Equity Value & AccessibilityAn ESPP with a discounted purchase feature and equity grants provide accessible ownership upside confirmed by company filings. Feedback suggests equity is a meaningful part of total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Menlo Park CA
918 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early when it can be cured. GRAIL is using the power of high-intensity sequencing population-scale clinical studies and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to enhance the scientific understanding of cancer biology and to develop and commercialize pioneering products.

Why Work With Us

Everything we do is guided by our mission to detect cancer early when it can be cured. It’s the reason we’re here and it’s no small task. The right people make all the difference. That’s why we’re looking for those who strive to share their knowledge contribute their skills inspire each other and commit to something bigger than themselves.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

GRAIL has a variety of work types depending on the roles. Some roles are onsite like a lab role some are fully remote like our Galleri Sales Consultant roles. Others are hybrid with 2-3 days onsite. Typically Tuesday and Thursday.

Typical time on-site: 2 days a week
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