Gilead Sciences
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Data Engineer/System Analyst at Gilead Sciences

102K–132K
Onsite · San Francisco, California
Posted August 10, 2026
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Overview

We seek a Data Engineer/System Analyst to design and support data workflows at Gilead Sciences. You will own end‑to‑end data pipelines, collaborate with scientists, and deliver scalable solutions that accelerate research. This role blends software engineering with scientific innovation to drive impactful outcomes.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Lead requirement gathering and analysis to define data workflows supporting 75% of operations and 25% scripting tasks
  • 2Configure and develop applications using Agile practices while ensuring system stability and performance
  • 3Create testing scripts and comprehensive documentation for user support and knowledge transfer
  • 4Partner with research scientists to diagnose system issues and improve application usability
  • 5Translate complex technical concepts into clear communication for cross‑functional teams
  • 6Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines
  • 7Analyze business processes to identify inefficiencies and propose automation improvements
  • 8Develop and maintain technical documentation at program and user levels
  • 9Coordinate with IT partners to enhance solutions that reduce operational time and boost efficiency
  • 10Drive continuous learning to master new tools and methodologies relevant to data engineering
  • 11Support deployment and refinement of applications aligned with business objectives

Requirements5

  • 15+ years building ETL pipelines with Spark and Airflow
  • 2Strong SQL proficiency and experience in scripting and application development
  • 3Ability to lead Agile development environments and produce clear technical documentation
  • 4Experience in collaborative problem solving with scientists and technical teams
  • 5Demonstrated judgment within defined guidelines and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities

Salary Insight

$102 - $132k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Francisco, California

Required Skills

Web application developmentSQLAgile developmentTechnical documentationUser supportCommunicationProblem solvingProject management
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