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We value flexibility, knowledge sharing, and an inclusive environment where every voice is heard.\nBasic qualifications\n- Bachelor's degree or equivalent\n- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience\n- 3+ years of programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby experience\n- 3+ years of experience in AWS technologies, such as Batch, S3, Lambda, CloudFormation, and SQS\nPreferred qualifications\n- * MS in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Genomics or a related field\n- * 3+ years of experience with scientific software such as bioinformatics tools, high performance computing or data visualization libraries (Plotly, Altair, D3)\n- Experience in Databases like NoSQL, or experience in PostgreSQL or other relational relational databases and experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\nOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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