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As a Bioinformatics Software Engineer at AccuraGen, you will develop, optimize, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines utilizing AWS infrastructure and Nextflow workflow management systems. Your ...

As a Bioinformatics Software Engineer at AccuraGen, you will develop, optimize, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines utilizing AWS infrastructure and Nextflow workflow management systems. Your ...

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How much do from home bioinformatics software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home bioinformatics software engineer in the United States is $131,053.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer vs From Home Data Scientist?

AspectFrom Home Bioinformatics Software EngineerFrom Home Data Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related fields; programming skills in Python, R, JavaBachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related fields; proficiency in Python, R, SQL
Work EnvironmentRemote, often collaborating with research labs, biotech firms, or healthcare companiesRemote, working with tech companies, finance, or healthcare organizations
Industry UsagePrimarily in biotech, healthcare, and research institutionsAcross tech, finance, healthcare, and consulting sectors

Both roles often require strong programming skills and a background in data analysis. The main difference lies in their focus: Bioinformatics Software Engineers specialize in biological data and research applications, while Data Scientists work across various industries analyzing diverse data sets. Both roles are increasingly remote and collaborative, making them suitable for from-home work environments.

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Infographic showing various From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, and 87% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,053 per year, or $63 per hour.

Bioinformatics Software Engineer

AccuraGen

San Jose, CA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

As a Bioinformatics Software Engineer at AccuraGen, you will develop, optimize, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines utilizing AWS infrastructure and Nextflow workflow management systems. Your contributions will directly impact innovative scientific discoveries and product development. You'll collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and researchers, contributing your technical expertise to streamline processes, maintain automation, and drive our bioinformatics capabilities forward.
Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and develop tests and documentation for established robust bioinformatics pipelines.
  • Optimize computational workflows for high-performance execution and reproducible data analysis.
  • Maintain, monitor, and improve pipeline automation to ensure smooth operational workflows.
  • Manage GitHub repositories, oversee version control, and streamline the software release process.
  • Develop and manage infrastructure on AWS to ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate bioinformatics solutions.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance infrastructure efficiency and security.

Requirements
Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree or higher in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a related field. with at least 3+ years of working experience out of college.
    • Experience with bioinformatics workflow development and optimization, particularly using Nextflow.
    • Experience developing software following best practices, including comprehensive testing and clear documentation.
    • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
    • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud computing services (EC2, S3, Batch, Lambda).
    • Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices.
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)