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Predicine

Software Engineer

Hayward, CA

$161K/yr

Software Engineer (Full-time) Location: Hayward, CA Salary: $161,637/year Predicine, Inc. in ... Design, develop, and improve Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and bioinformatics ...

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How much do full time bioinformatics software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time 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 Full Time Bioinformatics Software Engineer vs Bioinformatics Data Analyst?

AspectFull Time Bioinformatics Software EngineerBioinformatics Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or related field; programming skillsBachelor's or Master's in Bioinformatics, Biology, or related field; data analysis skills
Work EnvironmentDevelops software tools, algorithms, and pipelines in research or industry labsAnalyzes biological data, generates reports, and visualizations in research or healthcare settings
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, biotech firms, research institutionsHealthcare providers, research labs, pharmaceutical companies

Full Time Bioinformatics Software Engineers focus on developing software solutions and algorithms, while Bioinformatics Data Analysts primarily interpret biological data and generate insights. Both roles require strong computational skills but differ in their core responsibilities and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Bioinformatics Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% 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.

Senior Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Morpheus Group

Houston, TX

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior/Staff-Level Bioinformatics Software Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design, development, and enhancement of advanced bioinformatics software solutions. This role combines software engineering, computational biology, and data science expertise to support genomic data analysis, next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, and the development of scalable analytical platforms.
Key Responsibilities
  • Architect and develop innovative bioinformatics applications, analytical tools, and data processing solutions.
  • Lead the creation and optimization of genomic analysis pipelines focused on sequence interpretation, variant detection, and complex biological data analysis.
  • Partner with scientists, researchers, and cross-functional stakeholders to design studies, analyze results, and translate biological requirements into software solutions.
  • Drive technical strategy and contribute to architectural decisions for current and future software platforms.
  • Improve development processes through automation, best practices, and modern engineering methodologies.
  • Mentor engineering team members and serve as a technical resource across projects. Desired Qualifications
  • Strong background in bioinformatics software development with expertise in NGS data analysis and genomic workflows.
  • Experience working with common bioinformatics formats and tools, including sequencing alignment, variant analysis, and quality control frameworks.
  • Advanced programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages used in scientific computing.
  • Proficiency with Linux environments, cloud computing platforms, and workflow orchestration tools.
  • Experience with software development best practices, source control, testing methodologies, and containerized environments.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across scientific and technical teams.

Background
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field required; advanced degrees preferred.
  • Approximately 7+ years of experience in software engineering, bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related discipline, including demonstrated technical leadership.

This opportunity is ideal for a bioinformatics professional who enjoys leading complex technical initiatives, building scalable genomics solutions, and working at the intersection of software engineering and life sciences