Justin Canas
About Justin Canas
Justin Canas is a Software Engineer with extensive experience in Python scripting and data processing. He has worked at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2019 and has a background in Agile methodologies, web development, and bioinformatics.
Work at Broad Institute
Justin Canas has been employed as a Software Engineer at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2019. In this role, he contributes to projects that require expertise in bioinformatics and data processing. His work involves utilizing programming skills to manage and analyze large datasets, which is crucial in the research environment of the Broad Institute located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Current Role at UnitedHealth Group
Since 2016, Justin Canas has also been working as a Software Engineer at UnitedHealth Group in Boston, Massachusetts. His responsibilities include developing software solutions tailored for the health care industry. He applies his skills in Jenkins automation and Docker/Cloud deployment to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes within the organization.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current roles, Justin Canas worked as a Contractor at Endicia for three months in 2016, where he gained experience in software development. He also spent three months in 2015 as a Software Engineer at Mathworks. These positions helped him build a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices.
Education and Expertise
Justin Canas earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. His academic focus included bioinformatics, which aligns with his current work at the Broad Institute. He possesses expertise in Agile Methodologies, Web Development, and API Services, making him well-equipped for his roles in software engineering.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Justin Canas is experienced in Python and Command Line scripting, which are essential for processing large sets of data. His technical skills also include Jenkins automation and Docker/Cloud deployment. These competencies enable him to effectively contribute to software development projects, particularly in the health care and bioinformatics sectors.