Yuxin Shi
About Yuxin Shi
Yuxin Shi is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development for genomic platforms. He has worked at DNAnexus and Complete Genomics Inc., contributing to the design and implementation of tools and features for cloud-based bioinformatics solutions.
Current Role as Senior Software Engineer
Yuxin Shi currently serves as a Senior Software Engineer at DNAnexus, a position held since 2022. In this role, Shi focuses on developing and enhancing software solutions for the DNAnexus platform. Responsibilities include leading projects that integrate Nextflow with the DNAnexus Cloud Platform, specifically targeting pipeline compilation and execution, along with integration into platform computing infrastructures.
Previous Experience at DNAnexus
Prior to the current role, Yuxin Shi worked at DNAnexus as a Software Engineer specializing in Apps & Workflows from 2021 to 2022. During this time, Shi designed and implemented various tools, features, and plugins for the DNAnexus platform. The work involved utilizing Javascript and Python to enhance the platform's command-line interface (CLI), software development kit (SDK), and application programming interfaces (APIs).
Experience at Complete Genomics Inc.
Yuxin Shi was previously employed at Complete Genomics Inc. as an Associate Software Engineer from 2018 to 2021. This role was based in the San Francisco Bay Area and involved contributing to software development projects within the organization. Shi's experience at Complete Genomics laid the groundwork for subsequent roles in the biotechnology software sector.
Educational Background
Yuxin Shi has a strong educational foundation in engineering. Shi studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) from 2011 to 2013. Subsequently, Shi pursued a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Biomedical/Medical Engineering at the University of Michigan from 2013 to 2015. Shi further advanced education with a Master of Science (MS) in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from UC San Diego, completed from 2016 to 2018.
Technical Contributions and Projects
Throughout the career, Yuxin Shi has made significant technical contributions, including the completion of support and conformance testing of Common Workflow Language (CWL) in dxCompiler. This work focused on enhancing language compatibility and optimizing computational performance, demonstrating a commitment to improving software functionality and user experience.