Software Engineer for Bioinformatics and Genomics

11 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Genomics England Full time
About Genomics England

We are a leading organization in the field of genomics, committed to improving genomic healthcare and conducting research.

Salary:

The estimated annual salary for this role is £90,000 - £120,000, depending on experience and location.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team at Genomics England. As a key member of our bioinformatics and genomics group, you will play a crucial role in shaping the technical direction of our bio-pipelines platform.

The successful candidate will have strong software engineering skills, with a focus on Python development. Experience with API schema design, DevOps, and cloud computing (AWS preferred) is also essential.

You will be part of a dynamic team that works closely with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners to deliver cutting-edge solutions for genomic healthcare.

About the Role
  • Design and develop high-quality software components for our bio-pipelines platform
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architectural directions and shape the technical strategy
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into our software development practices
  • Contribute to the wider conversation at Genomics England, helping to mature our technical practices
Required Skills and Qualifications
  1. Strong software engineering skills, with a focus on Python development
  2. Experience with API schema design, DevOps, and cloud computing (AWS preferred)
  3. Knowledge of different database types and their applicability in a given context
  4. Ability to navigate rapidly to effective solutions through engaged and inclusive listening, clarity of thought, clear documentation, and succinct presentation
Benefits
  • 30 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), with additional days for long service awards
  • A generous pension scheme of up to 15% combined contribution
  • Life Assurance (3 x salary)
  • Individual learning budgets for every colleague, a Blinkist account, and a wide variety of courses on our portal
  • A wide variety of wellness benefits, including Gympass, a Headspace account, and free weekly Yoga classes
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
  • Blended working arrangements
Our Values

We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed and treated with respect.



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