Senior Software Engineer, Data - (Remote - UK)

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative talent matching platform is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in data to shape the future of scientific discovery. This remote role involves building and evolving a Knowledge Graph and data infrastructure, ensuring the reliable flow of scientific data from research to production. You will collaborate with experts in engineering, machine learning, and science, contributing to advancements in biomedical research. If you're passionate about data and eager to work in a collaborative, remote-first environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Learning budgets

Home office allowance

Lifestyle spending

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data/software engineering, especially in scientific domains.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in PostgreSQL and GQL.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale robust data pipelines for scientific data.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate biological datasets into a Knowledge Graph.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL pipelines

Cloud services (GCP)

Graph databases

Agile collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

PostgreSQL

BigQuery

Terraform

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Client:

Jobgether

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gb, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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About Jobgether

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

One of our companies is currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Data in the United Kingdom.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced data engineer to help shape the future of scientific discovery by building and evolving a Knowledge Graph and data infrastructure. You’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on scaling data pipelines, integrating complex public life science datasets, and enabling downstream applications through advanced data modeling and transformation. Working closely with experts across engineering, machine learning, and science, you'll develop scalable, production-grade solutions while influencing product direction through a data-first perspective. This is a high-impact position where your work directly contributes to advancements in biomedical research.

Accountabilities:

• Design and scale robust data pipelines to ensure the reliable flow of scientific data from research to production.
• Develop and iterate on data models across storage layers, including graph databases and relational systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, science, and ML teams to extract, transform, and integrate biological datasets into a Knowledge Graph.
• Lead technical direction for projects and act as the responsible engineer across initiatives.
• Contribute to architectural discussions, design documents, and best practices in cloud environments.
• Support tooling improvements for internal data access and promote data self-service.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in professional data/software engineering, preferably in high-scale or scientific domains.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in PostgreSQL, GQL, or BigQuery.
• Experience in building ETL pipelines, both batch and streaming.
• Knowledge of knowledge graph design, biological ontologies, and graph databases.
• Experience with cloud services (GCP preferred), infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform), and scalable data systems.
• Experience working in collaborative agile teams with stakeholders including scientists and product teams.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical solutions to diverse audiences.
• Growth mindset, passion for learning, and contributing to innovative work.
• Remote-first environment with an inclusive culture.
• Benefits include competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, learning budgets, home office allowance, lifestyle spending, parental leave, retirement plan, and more.

Jobgether hiring process disclaimer

Our AI-powered 3-step screening process automatically selects the top 5 candidates based on your CV and LinkedIn profile. We analyze each experience in detail to ensure relevance and fairness. If you are among the top candidates, you will be notified within 7 days. If not selected, your profile may be considered for other opportunities.