Senior Backend Engineer - Python/Go for Biotech Platform

BiologIC Technologies; Fordham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering biologics company in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute in a multidisciplinary environment. Applicants should have strong backend development skills (Python/Golang), experience with API architecture, and a proven ability to deliver robust software systems. Join us to innovate in life science automation and enjoy generous benefits including 25 days of leave and private health insurance.

Benefits

Group Pension Plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical health insurance

Discounts at leading brands and retailers

Free refreshments

Social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional software development experience, including leading major features.
• Successful project delivery in a scientific or data-intensive environment.
• Experience in mathematical or computational modelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop production-grade software systems for biologics development.
• Collaborate across embedded, UI, and scientific teams.
• Innovate within a multi-disciplinary R&D environment.

Skills

Backend development (Python and/or Golang)

API and microservice architecture

Data storage and processing pipelines

Cloud infrastructure (AWS or equivalent)

Authentication and authorisation frameworks

Mathematical simulation

Embedded systems integration

Front-end frameworks (React, TypeScript)

Linux based systems and applications

Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)

Software security, testing, and performance optimisation

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline

Tools

Graph or simulation libraries (NetworkX, SciPy, NumPy)

Job description

A pioneering biologics company in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute in a multidisciplinary environment. Applicants should have strong backend development skills (Python/Golang), experience with API architecture, and a proven ability to deliver robust software systems. Join us to innovate in life science automation and enjoy generous benefits including 25 days of leave and private health insurance.