Software Development Co-op (Spring 2027)
About The Position
Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities including RNAi silencing and RNA editing provides us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline is focused on our obesity, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and PNPLA3 I148M liver disease programs and includes clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Huntington’s disease, as well as several preclinical programs utilizing our versatile RNA medicines platform. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease. Wave is looking for a creative and highly motivated software development co-op to help develop custom scientific applications as members of an agile development team. Create a significant impact by developing tools that will be immediately utilized by internal partners engaged in cutting-edge scientific research. Multiple projects are currently available, each requiring different levels of expertise in frontend and backend design.
Requirements
- Coursework in computer science, engineering or a related subject
- Completed at least 2 programming courses
- Experience with SQL, Python, or JavaScript
- Driven, curious and able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Experience using source code version control systems
- Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly
- Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
- Detail-oriented
Responsibilities
- Improving your coding skills
- Writing, documenting, and maintaining code
- Learning and following agile processes
- Attending development team meetings
- Providing honest, constructive feedback to all development team members
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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