Full-Stack Software Engineer - Bioinformatics Integration & Platform Development

Tropic; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural gene-editing company is seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer to develop applications, APIs, and automation tools. This role involves designing web-based tools, collaborating with scientists, and ensuring the reliable performance of services. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in full-stack development, including technologies like React, Python, and cloud environments. Tropic offers a competitive compensation package, including private medical care and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Private Medical Care

Medical Cash Plan

25 days annual leave

Group Income Protection

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of full-stack development experience.
• Experience in scientific or technical environments.
• Ability to work independently and drive projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement web-based tools and APIs.
• Develop databases, REST APIs, and automation workflows.
• Collaborate to translate workflow needs into software.

Skills

Full-stack development (React/HTML/CSS/TypeScript)

Python frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django)

Database design and management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL)

Cloud deployment (GCP preferred)

CI/CD and containerization

GCP services (BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow)

Collaboration with scientists and bioinformaticians

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Purpose

We’re hiring a Full-Stack Software Engineer to develop internal applications, APIs, and automation tools that simplify workflows and integrate complex data. Whether you’re focused on building intuitive user interfaces or architecting backend services for bioinformatics platforms, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of scientific software at Tropic.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement web-based tools and APIs that connect lab operations with bioinformatics pipelines.
• Develop databases, REST APIs, and automation workflows for internal scientific tools.
• Collaborate with scientists and bioinformaticians to translate workflow needs into scalable software.
• Develop robust data integration solutions and visualisation dashboards.
• Ensure security, reliability, and performance across all services.
• Deploy and operate applications in cloud environments using modern DevOps practices.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of proven full-stack development experience (React/HTML/CSS/TypeScript; Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or Django. Node.js a plus).
• Demonstrated experience delivering production-ready full-stack solutions in a scientific or technical environment.
• Strong database design and management skills (PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL).
• Proven track record of building, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based applications (GCP preferred).
• Experience with CI/CD, containerisation, and cloud deployment.
• Practical experience with GCP services for data storage, processing, and integration (e.g., BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow).
• Ability to work independently and drive projects from concept to deployment, collaborating effectively with scientists and bioinformaticians.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Bonus

Experience with bioinformatics data, workflow tools (Snakemake) or scientific programming libraries (Pandas, NumPy, R).

About Us

Tropic is one of the world’s leading agricultural gene-editing companies. Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, producers and consumers globally, tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.

Our vision is to become a leading seed business with significant ownership of its products from the laboratory to the field, while maintaining constructive relationships with growers and consumers based on transparency and trust.

Why Join Tropic?

• Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• Social events throughout the year
• Competitive compensation and benefits including: Private Medical Care, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave, Group Income Protection and Life Assurance

Further Information

• Job Location – Hybrid/Remote - UK
• Time Requirement – Full Time
• Contract – 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Closing date – 16/12/2024

If you are looking to work in a dynamic company, striving towards a real-world impact, then consider joining our team and apply here!