Innovation & Design Engineering

Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients. The mRNA Design Operations Co-op Program, based at our Binney site in Cambridge, MA, runs from January 19, 2027 through June 25, 2027. As an individual contributor, you will work at the intersection of mRNA science, software engineering, data, and design operations, helping strengthen the workflows and digital tools that enable mRNA design. Working closely with scientists and software engineers, you will gain hands-on experience in software operations, testing, data quality, automation, workflow improvement, and opportunities to work alongside emerging Generative AI-enabled tools and approaches. Develop dashboards that improve visibility into mRNA design workflows, operational performance, and system effectiveness. Implement codebase improvements and benchmark algorithms to evaluate performance and strengthen the software and computational workflows supporting mRNA design. Support testing of software releases, troubleshoot issues, and help maintain automated tests to improve reliability and quality across design systems. Audit data quality across mRNA design systems, identify inconsistencies or areas requiring improvement, and support data cleanup activities. Develop scripts and contribute to automation efforts that simplify routine processes, reduce manual work, and improve the efficiency of design operations. Collaborate directly with scientists, software engineers, and users to understand workflow needs, gather feedback, and continuously improve tools and processes. Gain practical exposure to the application of Generative AI and other emerging digital capabilities, exploring how they can support more efficient scientific and operational workflows within mRNA design. Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics, or a related field. GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent academic achievement. Programming experience in Python and familiarity with software testing and version control. High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance with established procedures. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Work experience or substantial project experience in software tooling, automation, or bioinformatics engineering. Experience using Python to clean, validate, or analyze data. Experience working in high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Hands-on experience writing automated tests, debugging software, or contributing to shared code projects. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. That's why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us -at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown An individual's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance. Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.
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