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Grail is looking for a Staff level full-stack engineer who enjoys working on a broad array of software systems and projects. The team is responsible for patient-facing software used for The Galleri® Test as well as gathering clinical data. We strive to build a robust and scalable infrastructure as well as easy-to-use UI interfaces. Our technical stack consists of Go, AWS, Kubernetes, Microservices, and React.
This role is based in Sunnyvale, California. We are moving to our new headquarters in September so you may visit us at our current Menlo Park, CA offices during the interivew process. GRAIL 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. At our Sunnyvale, CA campus, Tuesdays and Thursdays are the key days where we encourage on-site presence to engage in events and on-site activities. We may also consider candidates in Durham NC but the bay area is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Use your experience developing backend applications and distributed systems to build native cloud-based software that is leveraged by GRAIL’s key commercial offerings for the Galleri® Test , my.grail.com and provider.grail.com
- Develop and lead multiple large cross-functional / cross-organizational programs with high complexity, resource requirements and associated risks.
- Drive improvements for the software engineering organization based on understanding of business needs and industry trends
- Provide technical leadership in the form of standards, tools, and knowledge requirements for the software engineering organization
- Guide and mentors team members to provide an example of innovation and excellence
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or similar technical field or equivalent experience.
- 8-12+ years of meaningful work experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining full-stack applications and microservice ecosystems.
- Excellent knowledge of:
- Programming Languages: Go (preferred), Java, Python, JavaScript, C++
- Frontend: React, Angular
- Backend: Spring, Spring Boot, REST APIs, gRPC (preferred)
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS (preferred), GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform (preferred), Microservices
- Data: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis
- Development Practices: CI/CD, Automated Testing, Agile Development
- Experience developing distributed systems on one of the cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Experience with writing and executing test protocols
- Passion for designing and building practical high-quality software solutions.
- Strong professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with gRPC, terraform, AWS is a plus
- Willingness to add value to the team!
At GRAIL, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the contributions our employees make to our mission and success. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for additional compensation, including an annual bonus and/or other incentives, in accordance with applicable plans and the company's discretion. The posted range reflects our good-faith estimate of the base pay we expect to offer for this position at the time of hire. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant considerations.
At GRAIL, we invest in the health, well-being, and future of our employees and their families. Employees in this role are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support what matters most, including flexible time off or vacation, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and thoughtfully selected well-being programs. Benefits are offered in accordance with applicable plans and policies.
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 or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or similar technical field or equivalent experience
- 8-12+ years of experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining full-stack applications and microservice ecosystems
- Go
- Java, Python, JavaScript, C++
- Frontend frameworks: React, Angular
- Backend frameworks and APIs: Spring, Spring Boot, REST APIs
- gRPC
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Microservices
- Terraform
- Datastores: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis
- Development practices: CI/CD, automated testing, Agile development
- Experience developing distributed systems on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Experience with writing and executing test protocols
- Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
What the Team is Saying
GRAIL Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and mental-health/wellbeing programs, plus backup care and family-forming support. Feedback suggests these offerings are a clear strong point of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off for exempt employees, paid holidays, and sick time are emphasized, and PTO is often described as flexible in practice. Feedback suggests this breadth supports work-life balance, even if usage can depend on team demands.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as generous, and family-forming and backup-care resources are explicitly included. These supports are frequently highlighted as standout elements for caregivers.
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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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Hybrid Workspace
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 3 days onsite.
