Software Engineer - Python (we have office locations in Cambridge, Leeds and London)

Genomics England is a global leader in genomic medicine and research. We support the NHS’s national whole genome sequencing service. Join Genomics England as a Back End Python Software Engineer. At Genomics England, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Everyday responsibilities include:

• Back End Software Development and Design.
• Develop scalable, high-quality Python code following best practices.
• Design and maintain microservices hosted on AWS, ensuring their reliability and efficiency.
• Build and enhance test automation frameworks to guarantee robust application performance.
• Troubleshoot and support the resolution of issues during development and testing.
• Stay informed on the latest industry trends and embrace new technologies.
• Collaborate closely with front-end developers, QA, and Platform engineers to create reliable, seamless solutions.
• Use tools like GitLab, Confluence, and Jira to support collaborative development.
• Collaborate with 3rd party suppliers to create technical specifications.
• Lead feature development across the team.

Skills and experience for success:

• Expertise in Python and the ability to create scalable solutions.
• Experience working with AWS and microservice architectures.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and test-driven development.
• A proactive approach to teamwork and problem-solving using collaborative tools.

Additional Skills We'd Love to See:

• Experience with test automation frameworks.
• Experience dealing with sample/case management tools.
• Familiarity with front-end development or a willingness to learn.
• A strong understanding of code review best practices.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members.

BSc in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Salary From: £71,300

Closing Date: Sunday 17th May at 23:00 (UK time)

We pride ourselves on investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their career goals, as well as offering a benefits package including:

• Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, plus additional leave for long service, and also the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required).
• Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits.
• Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%, however you can contribute more if you wish), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme.
• Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required).
• Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.

Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed‑term contract or any other relevant factor. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work. Such behaviour undermines our mission and core values and diminishes the dignity, respect and integrity of all parties. Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity.