Software Engineer I

You + Helix

Helix is a place where innovators and doers gather in order to drive significant progress in population genomics. We have come together to work at the intersection of clinical care, research, and genomics.

If you’re excited by the idea of making a meaningful impact and joining a team where we pride ourselves on driving innovation through fostering an environment with an emphasis on empowering one another to grow, Helix might be the place for you!

Helix + The World

Helix is the leading population genomics and viral surveillance company. Helix enables health systems, public health organizations and life science companies to accelerate the integration of genomic data into patient care and public health decision making.

We are continuing to scale our world-class team to support our dedication to empowering every person to improve their life through DNA.

Helix + Transparency

At Helix, we value transparency. You will find the expected compensation, interview process and what to anticipate during onboarding listed in the job description.

What is special about this role?

Spend 6 months to a year learning and building at the intersection of genomics and healthcare.

As Software Engineer, New Grad, you will:

• Learn and deliver on strong engineering best practices from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, product managers, and designers to build cross-functional proof of concepts.
• Deploy end-to-end applications that drive novel utility in clinical contexts.
• Impact a variety of business and operational areas, from customer success to research, test to backoffice.

About you:

• Recently graduated with a computer science related degree (software engineering, computer software, ect)
• Coding familiarity with a high-level language such as Python, Go, Javascript/Typescript, Ruby, Java, C#, C++, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to think creatively to derive solutions
• A passion for improving people’s lives through access to better information about their DNA

Pluses:

• Previous software engineering internship experience
• Interest or coursework in genetics, healthcare or bioinformatics

More About This Role:

Join Us for an Exciting Project-Based Role!We're looking for talented individuals to take part in impactful projects with a commitment of 6 months. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills, gain meaningful experience, and contribute to critical initiatives. Here's what you can expect:

• Position Type: Permanent employment, with an initial project duration of 6 months.
• Growth Opportunity: Be part of dynamic teams where your contributions will be noticed, and there’s potential for longer-term work depending on project needs and performance.
• Compensation: Competitive salary with full benefits and bonus including severance if the project does not extend. Take your career to the next level by working on projects that matter, with a company that’s committed to your professional development and well-being.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For more information or to make an accommodation request reach out to [[email protected]*](mailto:[email protected]). *

Expected Interview Process:

1) Recruiter Screen 2) Manager Screen 3) Tech Screen

Expected Pay For This Role:

Expected Helix monthly salary range: $36,000 MXN

*The salary range above is our reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role across MX locations. Actual starting pay will be based on non-discriminatory job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about your specific work location salary range during the hiring process. *

Our office is located at the WeWork - Varsovia, Mexico City

We gather intentionally in our office space once per week to work on things like pair programming/live collaboration, skillshare sessions, social segments, team lunches, and volunteering opportunities.

What To Expect During Your Onboarding Week:

We want to make sure your first week is spent learning the foundations. You will be invited to live orientation sessions and spend time with your hiring manager developing your individual roadmap to success.

Helix is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid