Full-Time

New Grad Software Engineer

Posted on 8/9/2023

Color

Color

501-1,000 employees

Provides genetic testing and health screenings

No salary listed

Entry

Remote in USA

Category
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
React.js
SQL
AWS
REST APIs
Web Development
Django
Responsibilities
  • Graduated between December 2022 and September 2023 with a 4-year degree in Computer Science
  • A passion for using software and technology to help save lives and prevent catastrophic disease, and want to apply your skills in the service of a greater mission
  • You are excited about producing high quality code, and helping to eliminate unnecessary duplication and awkward workarounds
  • You want to be on a team with rigorous engineering practices and discipline: code reviews, automated testing, logging, monitoring, alerting, etc
  • You have some familiarity with web development and with modern web stacks including Python, Django, AWS, SQL, REST APIs, React, HTML5, CSS3, and ES6+
  • You value collaboration with both technical and non-technical collaborators, incorporating their feedback to make decisions using code reviews, docs, wikis, meetings, and other channels as needed

Color provides genetic testing and health screening services aimed at making healthcare more accessible and affordable. The company offers a variety of tests, including those for COVID-19, which help individuals learn about their genetic risks for different health conditions. Consumers can purchase testing kits directly from Color's website, while healthcare providers can order them for their patients. Additionally, Color collaborates with employers to create personalized health programs that enhance employee wellness and productivity. A key aspect of Color's service is its commitment to protecting personal health information and offering genetic counseling to help individuals interpret their results. Unlike many competitors, Color focuses on preventive healthcare and provides a comprehensive approach that includes both testing and health program subscriptions.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$454M

Headquarters

Burlingame, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for at-home health testing kits in underserved areas.
  • AI integration in healthcare boosts Color's cancer screening capabilities.
  • Rising cancer rates increase demand for preventive health programs and genetic testing.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven healthcare solutions threatens market share.
  • Rising healthcare costs may strain partnerships with employers and providers.
  • Ethical concerns over AI use in handling sensitive genetic data.

What makes Color unique

  • Color offers comprehensive healthcare delivery from genomics to COVID-19 testing.
  • The company emphasizes equitable, accessible healthcare programs for diverse populations.
  • Color integrates AI in cancer screening, enhancing early detection and treatment.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Including employer HSA contributions.

401(k) match

Monthly lunch, phone, and wifi stipend for remote employees

Generous vacation policy, paid holidays and company-wide recharge days

Monthly stipend to spend on your well being

Equal paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents

Four complementary clinical-grade genetic testing kits for you and your family

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-2%
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