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NateraSoftware Engineering Intern
Natera is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their team in a remote capacity. This position offers an opportunity to work with professionals in cell-free…
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Natera is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their team in a remote capacity. This position offers an opportunity to work with professionals in cell-free DNA testing, oncology, women's health, and organ health, focusing on personalized genetic testing and diagnostics. The intern will handle software development tasks, collaborate with users, and contribute to system reliability. This role suits individuals eager to acquire new skills, take ownership of tasks, and…
Job Description
Natera is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their team in a remote capacity. This position offers an opportunity to work with professionals in cell-free DNA testing, oncology, women's health, and organ health, focusing on personalized genetic testing and diagnostics. The intern will handle software development tasks, collaborate with users, and contribute to system reliability.
This role suits individuals eager to acquire new skills, take ownership of tasks, and build experience in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities will include writing unit tests, debugging issues, automating tasks with scripts, and implementing software requirements. Candidates will work alongside industry experts to help advance genetic disease management.
Eligible individuals will have access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, along with fertility care and free testing for employees and their families. Additional offerings include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, a 401k plan, commuter benefits, and an employee referral program.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and implement software requirements
- Format, validate, and upload data
- Perform database schema changes
- Automate existing manual tasks through script development
- Modify software code to resolve defects and improve reliability
- Perform debugging and root cause analysis
- Communicate with users to understand their needs
- Develop unit tests and assist with code reviews, testing, and test automation
- Complete required training on HIPAA, privacy, compliance, and security within the first 30 days
Requirements
- Good working knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language such as JavaScript, Python, or Java
- Familiarity with SQL and MySQL administration
- Proficiency in verbal and written English communication
- Ability and willingness to acquire new skills
- High sense of ownership and accountability
- Pass a post-offer criminal background check
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a similar discipline
- Completion of a high-quality bootcamp class
- Equivalent work experience
- Experience with Google Sheets formulas and App Script
Core Skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans
- Free testing and fertility care benefits for employees and immediate families
- Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
- 401k benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Employee referral program
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, the Software Engineering Intern role is fully remote within the USA.
What education or background is required for this internship?
Candidates need a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a similar discipline, completion of a high-quality bootcamp class, or equivalent work experience.
What is the salary for this position?
The posting does not specify a salary.
What kind of background check is required?
Applicants must pass a post-offer criminal background check.
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