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

Genomics England; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology company in London seeks a Software Engineer proficient in Python and AWS. You will develop platforms for genomic data analysis. Responsibilities include solving complex problems collaboratively and ensuring production readiness. Ideal candidates have experience in distributed systems and a background in computer science. This role offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension

Learning budgets

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong Python programming background, delivering production-ready code.
• Experience with distributed systems and cloud services (AWS preferred).
• Understanding of Non-Functional Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Delivering business requirements using Python and Terraform.
• Collaborating with team to solve petabyte-scale problems.
• Monitoring and supporting services in production.

Skills

Strong Python programming

Experience with distributed systems

Cloud services (AWS preferred)

Provisioning with Terraform

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Test automation mindset

Agile methodology

Excellent communication

Education

BSc in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Terraform

GitLab CI

Git

JIRA

Confluence

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

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Client:

Genomics England

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Help shape the incredible future of genomic healthcare - we’re looking for a highly experienced Software Engineer with a demonstrable track record of building and maintaining scalable, distributed systems primarily using Python and AWS services.

Here at Genomics England, you’ll be developing platforms that enable large-scale genomic data analysis and nationwide clinical research tools.

If you’re confident working with Python at scale, designing for reliability and performance, and want to be hands-on with modern cloud-native technologies (Terraform, GitLab CI, AWS), this is your chance to make a real-world impact through technology.

Everyday responsibilities include:

• Delivering business requirements using Python and Terraform
• Collaborating with team to solve petabyte-scale problems
• Following test-first approach from acceptance to unit tests
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, supporting services in production
• Participating in code reviews and architecture discussions
• Using Git, Confluence, and JIRA daily

Skills and experience for success:

• Strong Python programming background, delivering production-ready code
• Experience with distributed systems and cloud services (AWS preferred)
• Provisioning cloud infrastructure with Terraform
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI preferred)
• Evaluating technologies (SQL vs NoSQL)
• Test automation and quality-first mindset
• Working in agile squads with DevOps culture
• Understanding of Non-Functional Requirements
• Excellent communication skills

Nice to have:

• Interest in genomics, scientific tooling, or bioinformatics

Qualifications:

BSc in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

Salary from: £71,500

Closing Date: Monday 18th August at 23:00 (UK time)

Benefits include generous leave, family-friendly policies, pension, learning budgets, recognition programs, health & wellbeing support, and more.

Genomics England is committed to diversity and inclusion, promoting an equitable workplace free from discrimination, harassment, or bullying. We support flexible working and provide adjustments for applicants where needed.

Our blended working model expects most employees to work on-site at least twice a month, with locations in Canary Wharf, Cambridge, and Leeds.

All successful applicants will undergo a DBS check as part of our onboarding process.