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BCC-NIH

Software Developer (C++, Python)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Software Developer in Bioinformatics and Big Data to support our work at the National Institutes of Health. This opportunity is full time and ...

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As of Jun 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 May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% 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 • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 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)

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