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Be part of a dynamic team developing cutting-edge bioinformatics pipeline solutions. We collaborate closely with bioinformatics scientists, developers, product managers etc to deliver impactful results.

The Opportunity:

As a Software Engineering intern, you will join our dynamic computational science and informatics team, where you’ll play a crucial role in developing innovative data analysis applications for verifying bioinformatics pipelines and automating benchmarking. This is your chance to apply the knowledge you’ve gained in your education to real-world challenges, while also growing and evolving alongside us in an innovative and supportive environment. Come be a part of our journey to push the boundaries of cutting edge NGS Sequencing technology!

Partner with bioinformatics scientists and software engineers/architects to grasp project requirements and ensure alignment.

Innovate tools to improve continuous integration, testing of bioinformatics algorithms and pipelines and benchmarking.

Immerse yourself in the SAFe software development process and master the associated tools.

Decompose project requirements into actionable research and technical challenges.

Investigate and present potential solutions to identified problems, fostering collaborative discussions with the team.

Create comprehensive documentation and compile project reports to capture progress and insights.

Who You Are :

You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Software engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, and are in the 3rd or 4th year.

Demonstrates strong capabilities in Python, enabling efficient and effective coding solutions.

Excels in both verbal and written communication, ensuring clarity and collaboration with team members and stakeholders.

Preferred:

You are proficient in  AWS, as well as experience working with databases. 

Familiar with bioinformatics tools/pipelines.

Additional Information:

Duration (4 months), work term (Full time) and will begin in (May, 2025)

Location: Based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Our team follows a hybrid work structure (minimum 3 days in the office).

This position is not eligible for relocation support.

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