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From Home Bioinformatics Software Engineer Jobs in Texas

Baylor Genetics

Sr HPC Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

... of bioinformatics software and workflows. • Implement monitoring and operational best practices ... We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the ...

Baylor Miraca Genetics Laboratories

Sr HPC Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

... of bioinformatics software and workflows. · Implement monitoring and operational best practices ... We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the ...

Vytwo

Bioinformatics Pipeline Test Engineer

Prosper, TX · On-site

Bioinformatics Pipeline Test Engineer Domain EXP : (Healthcare Domain) Experience: 2+ Years of exp ... With direction and guidance from the team lead, help with design controls and appropriate software ...

PeerIslands US Inc

Principal Software Engineer

Southlake, TX · On-site

$127K - $170K/yr

Southlake, TX (hybrid role, may work from home) DUTIES: Lead the design and implementation of ... a Software Engineer/Developer, Technology Consultant/Associate or Architect, or in a related ...

PeerIslands US Inc

Principal Software Engineer

Southlake, TX · On-site +1

$127K - $170K/yr

Southlake, TX (hybrid role, may work from home) DUTIES:Leadthedesign and implementation of service-oriented and distributed architectures supporting high-availability transaction processing systems.

Baylor Genetics

Head of Lab Technology Platforms

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $127K/yr

Deploy software tools from external/internal groups and make sure they fit the system requirements ... engineering skills and strong project management experience. * Familiar with bioinformatics and ...

Baylor Genetics

Principal Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$124K - $166K/yr

... and bioinformatics teams to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency • Ensure ... We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the ...

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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 Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Staff Bioinformatics Software Engineer

CooperCompanies

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description


The Cooper Surgical R&D Software team within Cooper Surgical is dedicated to developing and maintaining cutting-edge software solutions. We are expanding our team to provide digital capabilities for the Life Sciences product portfolio. As a Staff Bioinformatics Software Engineer on the CSI Software R&D team, you will lead the charge in the design, development and maintenance, and innovation of digital solutions that underpin the Life Science products, with a focus on high throughput next generation sequencing data and analysis platform that powers CooperSurgical's genetic testing product offerings, along with steering new initiatives and pioneering state-of-the-art software solutions, providing guidance and expertise. This role will report to the Head of Software Development and have a dotted line reporting to the Head of Life Sciences.
As a Staff Bioinformatics Software Engineer on the Cooper Surgical R&D Software Development team, you will assume a technical leadership role in designing, developing, maintaining, enhancing, and supporting internal-facing software products. This position will require a high level of technical expertise, with a focus on designing and delivering advanced Bioinformatics solutions, statistical modeling, and next generation sequencing algorithm and analysis pipelines for detection and interpretation of complex genomic features. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of bench scientists with expertise in molecular and cellular biology as well as Operations and Quality teams and be responsible for the evolution of existing offerings and leading the development of new software products and services, while also specializing in key areas.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and development of new features and enhancements for Cooper Bioinformatics products and applications, as well as new products and initiatives to meet the evolving needs of our business.
  • Play a pivotal role as a Bioinformatics Software Development subject matter expert, demonstrating deep expertise in analyzing and interpreting biological data using statistical and computational techniques.
  • Collaborate with biologists to design experiments and analyze data outcomes
  • Work on algorithm development for sequence analysis, gene prediction, and other applications
  • Drive the evolution of software development practices, including identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency, and innovation.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and development.
  • Collaborate with the team to set the direction of future development within current and future CSI projects, contributing to architectural decisions and technical strategy.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Extensive experience in NGS algorithms and analysis pipeline development, including data workflows, processing pipelines, and bioinformatics file formats (FASTQ, SAM/BAM, VCF).
  • Strong experience in the design and optimization of targeted NGS panels, genome assemblies, and statistical modeling.
  • Extensive experience in high-level scripting languages used in bioinformatics, such as R or Python, with a proven track record of delivering complex, high-quality software solutions.
  • Extensive experience with the Linux operating system and its terminal commands. Knowledge of Bash scripting is a strong plus.
  • Extensive knowledge of common bioinformatics toolkits, including Bowtie 2, BWA, GATK, SAMtools, and FastQC.
  • Strong understanding of AWS cloud solutions, including S3, RDS, and EC2.
  • Familiarity with pipeline development tools such as Snakemake and Nextflow.
  • Strong experience with Git version control and software development best practices, including writing clean, maintainable code and designing modular, reusable components.
  • Familiarity with unit testing and test-driven development (TDD) methodologies to ensure high code quality and reliability.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker, as well as package management tools like Conda.
  • Knowledge of statistical methods such as Hidden Markov Models, along with a strong foundation in linear algebra, is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with modern GPU-accelerated frameworks, such as NVIDIA Parabricks, is a strong plus.
  • Outcome-focused mindset with strong process discipline and a commitment to timely project delivery.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and mentor team members.
  • Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies

Work Environment:
  • Occasional domestic and international travel (~ 10%)
  • On-site in Houston, TX

Experience:
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, with track record of increase in responsibilities and leadership within the software development field.

Education:
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in computer science, bioinformatics, data science, mathematics, statistics or related field.
  • Master's or Ph.D. degree preferred.

As an employee of CooperSurgical, you'll receive an outstanding total compensation plan. As we believe your compensation goes beyond your paycheck, we offer a great compensation package, medical coverage, 401(k), parental leave, fertility benefits, paid time off for vacation, personal, sick and holidays, and multiple other perks and benefits. Please visit us at www.coopersurgical.com to learn more about CooperSurgical and the benefits of becoming a member of our team.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of CooperSurgical about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at CooperSurgical via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of CooperSurgical, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by CooperSurgical for this position and a valid agreement with CooperSurgical is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the CooperSurgical agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at talent.acquisition@coopersurgical.com.

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