Software Engineer Trainee (6 months contract)

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanity

At Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Responsibilities:

• Design build and maintain software for our industry-leading DNA sequencing instruments

• Work in a scrum team of developers testers and domain experts

• Drive and lead engineering standards tooling processes and best practices

• Some of tech stack that were working with: Java Python Groovy Typescript Angular

• Learn and have fun with highly capable engineers and scientists from various disciplines!

Who were looking for:

• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem solving

• Proficient in at least one programming language such as Java or C#.

• Have good foundation in software development such as data structure and algorithm

• Able to communicate technical information clearly and concisely in discussions and writings

• Be curious and analytical with a proven ability to learn quickly

• Proactive and team-oriented with strong collaboration skills

• Knowledge in containerization technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker is a plus

• Knowledge in full stack development is a plus

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.