Software Engineer III

POSITION SUMMARY: At Natera, we revolutionize medicine by developing genetic products that combine cutting-edge technology and science. Our mission is to accelerate breakthroughs in research and improve patient care by leveraging our unique genomic and clinical data. We are seeking a skilled, driven, and adaptable Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience developing medium-to-high complexity products and providing critical production support. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong Software Engineer to apply their skills in the Life Science industry; no biology background is required. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design Strategy: Perform system analysis, assess risk, provide time estimations, and develop technical design and implementation strategies. Development: Write code and unit tests for Natera’s custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other software components. Code Quality Collaboration: Conduct code reviews and collaborate closely with developers, quality engineers, and product managers across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure quality. Troubleshooting: Debug and perform root cause analysis for product defects and issues, as well as production support. Requirements Alignment: Partner with product owners and users to define requirements, transforming them into reliable, extensible, and operations-friendly features. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive software specifications based on defined requirements. Compliance: This role regularly involves Protected Health Information (PHI). You must complete all required HIPAA/PHI privacy and security training within the first 30 days of hire and maintain current status on all Natera training requirements. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in both server-side (back-end) and front-end development for complex n-tier systems. Education: BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience. Back-end: Recent, hands-on experience with Java, preferably using open-source frameworks such as Spring. Front-end: Mid-level front-end experience with React is highly desirable. APIs: Hands-on experience working with and developing REST APIs. Database: Extensive working knowledge of relational databases, experience using frameworks like Hibernate/JPA, and expertise in SQL. OS/Tools: Strong knowledge of Linux and command line shell scripting. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: A solution- and improvement-oriented mindset with proactivity in troubleshooting. Strong communication skills. Willingness and ability to rapidly learn new practices, languages, and subject matter. Excellent understanding of core software engineering principles: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SOLID, etc. Experience with containers (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with distributed version control systems (e.g., Gitlab) and familiarity with branching strategies. Experience with message brokers/queues (e.g., Apache Kafka, AWS SQS) is a plus. Experience with JSP and Javascript is preferred. Familiarity with software life cycle management tools (e.g., Jira). Ability to work effectively with people across multiple time zones. Experience developing software in a regulated environment is a plus. Experience with various AI tools is a strong plus. Compensation Total Rewards This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including: Annual performance incentive bonus Long-term equity awards Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off and company holidays Additional wellness and work-life benefits Compen ... (truncated, view full listing at source)