Stephen Jahl
About Stephen Jahl
Stephen Jahl is a Senior Software Engineer specializing in site reliability engineering, currently working at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. With a background that includes roles at MIT CSAIL, Quantopian, and Harvard Medical School, he focuses on the reliability and delivery of web-based platforms in genomics research.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Stephen Jahl serves as a Senior Software Engineer in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the reliability and performance of web-based platforms within the genomics research sector. His role involves ensuring that the systems operate smoothly and efficiently, which is critical for the research conducted at the institute.
Previous Experience at MIT CSAIL
Before joining the Broad Institute, Stephen worked at the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) as a Senior Application Architect from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he focused on application architecture, enhancing the functionality and reliability of various software systems. His tenure at CSAIL was preceded by a three-year position as a System Administrator at the same institution from 2012 to 2015.
Experience at Quantopian
Stephen Jahl was employed at Quantopian as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer from 2015 to 2018. During his three years there, he was responsible for maintaining the reliability of the company's systems, ensuring that they met performance standards. His work contributed to the overall functionality and user experience of Quantopian's platform.
Educational Background
Stephen Jahl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provided him with a foundation that complements his technical skills in software engineering and site reliability.
Expertise in Genomics Research
Stephen specializes in site reliability engineering with a focus on genomics research. His expertise includes building cloud infrastructures tailored for genomics research platforms. He emphasizes the importance of reliability and efficient delivery of web-based systems, which are essential for advancing research in this field.