Software Engineer – AI-Driven Protein Annotation

EMBL EBI; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biological research institute is looking for a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain large-scale annotation systems for protein sequences. The role requires proficiency in Java and Python, along with experience in relational databases and cloud deployment. You will enhance annotation pipelines and collaborate with bio-curators to ensure high-quality results. This position offers a competitive salary, pension, and additional benefits including private medical insurance, generous leave, and support for relocation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and bonus structure

Private medical insurance

30 days annual leave plus public holidays

Relocation package

On-site library and subsidized gym

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Java (including Spring Framework) and Python.
• Strong knowledge of data formats (XML, JSON) and search engines (e.g., Solr).
• Understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop large-scale annotation systems.
• Enhance annotation pipelines to ensure reliable execution.
• Collaborate with bio-curators for accurate results.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Spring Framework

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Shell scripting

AI applications

Education

Professional software engineering experience

Tools

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Data processing frameworks

Job description

A leading biological research institute is looking for a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain large-scale annotation systems for protein sequences. The role requires proficiency in Java and Python, along with experience in relational databases and cloud deployment. You will enhance annotation pipelines and collaborate with bio-curators to ensure high-quality results. This position offers a competitive salary, pension, and additional benefits including private medical insurance, generous leave, and support for relocation.