Web Applications Engineer

3 weeks ago

Hinxton, United Kingdom European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) Full time

About the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL):

We are a renowned international research organization dedicated to driving groundbreaking discoveries in molecular biology. Our RNA Resources team is seeking a talented Web Applications Engineer to spearhead the development and maintenance of our RNAcentral website and associated kubernetes infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include overseeing the modernization and scaling of our outdated Rfam website, ensuring seamless integration with our existing technology stack.

  • Maintain and enhance the existing kubernetes and django based website
  • Develop and refine our existing web components and JavaScript frontend
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on shared development and process implementation.
  • Participate in broader team activities, including helpdesk support, planning, design review, and process improvements.

Tech Stack Overview:

Django, Django Rest Framework, Fast API, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, React, and Angular

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of experience in developing comprehensive full-stack applications (verified through the interview process)
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with JavaScript and Python
  • 1-2 years of experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and SQL
  • Proficiency in using Git/GitHub, Unix, and Bash
  • Familiarity with Kubernetes and Docker or alternative containerization technologies

Essential Skills and Qualities:

  • A deep understanding of EMBL-EBI's mission to provide cutting-edge open data and services globally
  • A commitment to continuous learning and adaptation to new skills and technologies
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a dynamic team

Compensation Package:$160,000 - $190,000 per year

Benefits Overview:

This is a 3-year grant-based contract with an attractive compensation and benefits package, featuring monthly family, child, and non-resident allowances, annual salary reviews, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work insurance, and unemployment insurance.

Why Work at EMBL-EBI:

Join a pioneering international research organization that accelerates scientific progress and tackles humanity's most pressing challenges. As a world leader in storing, analyzing, and disseminating large biological datasets, we provide essential tools and resources to the global research community, advancing healthcare, food security, and biodiversity.

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