Software Engineer Trainee (Bioinformatics)

Illumina is seeking a Software Engineer Trainee (Bioinformatics) to join Agile scrum teams. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing instrument software or Bioinformatics analysis pipelines for DNA sequencing and genotyping devices. The trainee will participate in all agile development aspects, develop software applications, create and execute tests, troubleshoot defects, and contribute to design and code reviews. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate, master's, or PhD program with experience in object-oriented programming, particularly Python, and a solid understanding of programming fundamentals.

Must Have

• Work in Agile scrum teams to design, implement, and test software/pipeline.
• Participate in agile development process.
• Develop software applications for Illumina’s instruments or Bioinformatics analysis pipeline.
• Create and execute unit tests.
• Create and execute manual/automated tests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects.
• Contribute to software design and code reviews.
• Currently enrolled in relevant undergraduate, master’s, or PhD program.
• Experience in object-oriented programming (Python preferred).
• Solid understanding of programming fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms.

Good to Have

• Understanding design patterns.
• Experience in extracurricular activities such as hackathon, open source projects.
• Passion for technology.

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of Agile scrum teams to design, implement, and test the instrument software or Bioinformatics analysis pipeline that powers our industry-leading DNA sequencing and genotyping devices
• Participate in all aspects of our agile development process, from sprint planning to daily scrum meetings and sprint demos
• Develop software applications for Illumina’s instruments or Bioinformatics analysis pipeline
• Create and execute unit tests to verify functionality
• Create and execute manual/automated tests
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects
• Contribute to software design reviews and code reviews
• Learn and have fun!

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, master’s or PhD program, ideally in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering, Bioinformatics, or Engineering
• Experience in object-oriented programming language; Python preferred
• Solid understanding of programming fundamentals such as object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
• Understanding design patterns is a plus
• Experience in extracurricular activities such as hackathon, open source projects is a big plus
• Passion for technology

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.