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# Data Engineer / System Analyst

- **Company:** Gilead Sciences Inc.
- **Location:** Foster City, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Web Development, Standard Sql, Software Engineering, Test Scripts, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/data-engineer-system-analyst-foster-city-ca-usa-58856529

## About the Role

bonus technical concepts for scientists and translate research goals for developers Tasks * Web application development experience * Working knowledge of SQL * Experience in Agile development environments * Ability to write clear technical documentation and provide user support * Independence, time-management, and ability to work autonomously * Degree in Computer Science (or related field) with 2+ years of relevant experience or Masters and relevant experience Key requirements * discretionary annual bonus * discretionary stock-based long-term incentives * paid time off * medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans * benefits package * competitive compensation range

## Description

Experteer Overview As a Data Engineer / System Analyst in Gilead Sciences Research Informatics, you design, implement, and support data-centric tools that enable scientific workflows and analytics. You will work at the intersection of software engineering and scientific innovation, building solutions that accelerate discovery and decision making. You'll mainly focus on data workflows while also contributing to scripting and application development. This role offers collaboration with scientists and technologists to scale data-driven research impact. Compensation / Benefits * Gather and analyze requirements; configure and administer applications * Curate data and test workflows; create testing scripts and training materials * Provide application support and refine configurations to fit business needs * Collaborate with researchers and IT partners to improve efficiency and reduce operating time * Document programs and user guides; manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines * Translate complex technical concepts for scientists and translate research goals for developers Tasks * Web application development experience * Working knowledge of SQL * Experience in Agile development environments * Ability to write clear technical documentation and provide user support * Independence, time-management, and ability to work autonomously * Degree in Computer Science (or related field) with 2+ years of relevant experience or Masters and relevant experience Key requirements * discretionary annual bonus * discretionary stock-based long-term incentives * paid time off * medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans * benefits package * competitive compensation range


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