Software Engineer (Medical Informatics) - Intern - Summer 2026

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At Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re working to help others.

Software Engineer Intern – Medical Informatics (Summer 2026)
Location: San Diego, CA (U.S.)
Department: Medical Informatics – Software Engineering
 

Essential Duties

• Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and clinical experts to develop and test software tools that support medical informatics initiatives.

• Assist in the design, implementation, and validation of software components and data pipelines.

• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team meetings.

• Document code, workflows, and technical decisions clearly and concisely.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field.

• Basic experience in software development, preferably in healthcare or life sciences.

• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.

• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.

• Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.

• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and data modeling.

• Knowledge of software development best practices, including Agile methodologies and design patterns.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross- functional teams.

• Ability to communicate results clearly and work effectively in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI/ML applications.

• Experience with version control tools, such as Git/GitHub.

• Contributions to open-source projects or scientific publications in medical informatics.

• Familiarity with data privacy and security standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).

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Salary Range:

$40,250.00 - $64,400.00

 

The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - CA - San Diego on a full-time basis.

 

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

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