Full-Time Software Developer – Proteomics Resources
Job Description
Are you a motivated software developer who wants to work with biological data? We are looking for an enthusiastic Full Stack Java and Python Developer to join the Proteomics Team at the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI).
The team is responsible of the maintenance and further development of the popular PRIDE (PRoteomics IDEntifications) database and related resources and tools . PRIDE is a world-leading international proteomics database, a founding member of ProteomeXchange Consortium, that is capturing large-scale mass spectrometry (MS)-based proteomics data from the scientific community, and currently managing hundreds of TBs of data. In addition, we are a major contributor to international standardisation efforts under the umbrella of the Proteomics Standards Initiative. PRIDE Resources constitute an ecosystem of APIs, databases, storage systems and web applications that is built on Java and Python microservices deployed in cloud-based infrastructures (including k8s, docker, etc).
You will contribute to the development of different core database applications and web services, including web and stand-alone applications that are part of the PRIDE database tool ecosystem. In addition, you will contribute to the development of the new PRIDE Controlled access (PRIDE-CA) resource which will enable proteomics data deposition of studies containing human sensitive data .
Your role
- Design/Build/Develop new web-services and infrastructure for data deposition, search and retrieval from PRIDE resources (PRIDE Archive/PRIDE-CA).
- Main contributor of the new PRIDE_CA resource for controlled access data and a unified authentication system acrossPRIDE resources.
- Support the optimization of web application components and interfaces in Vue.js to search and present PRIDE data.
- Collaborate with other developers in other teams at EBI and ProteomeXchange to integrate the data from PRIDE into other existing resources such as ProteomeCentral, ExpressionAtlas or UniProt.
You have
You should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in computer science or software engineering, ideally in a life science environment. Experience in bioinformatics would be desirable. Experience in mass spectrometry proteomics would be a major advantage.
You will work in a highly international, team-oriented environment and collaborate closely with external partners and other team at EMBL-EBI. Excellent communication skills are essential. The ability to work independently, under time pressure, and the dedication to communicate openly are necessary skills.
Programming skills:
- Proficient programmer in Java and Python.
- Good understanding and experience with Vue.js and frontend development.
- Good understanding of microservice architectures, and web services and Kubernetes deployment.
- Proficient understanding of indexing and database technologies and how to interact with them (e.g. Elasticsearch, MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
- Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, and partial results updates on Restful web services.
- Good understanding of the Spring Framework (Spring Batch, Spring Boot).
- Good understanding of technologies such as JSON, XML, NoSQL and relational databases.
- Good understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
You might also have
- Experience with other backend languages such as PySpark, and FlastAPI.
- Understanding about Large-language models, and their deployment in production environments.
Apply now! Benefits and Contract Information
- Financial incentives: depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance of £272 monthly child allowance of £328 per child. Non resident allowance up to £556 per month. Annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
- Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
- Relocation package including installation grant (as applicable)
- Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
- Family benefits: On-site nursery, child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
- Contract duration: Fixed-term contract for an approximate duration of 1 year and 4 months (estimated end date May 2026).
- Salary: Monthly salary starting at £3,229 after tax but excl. pension & insurances) + benefits (Total package will be dependent on family circumstances)
- International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.
- Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.
- Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via our online system. Applications will close on 24/11/2024 https://www.embl.org/jobs/position/EBI0231042 total views, 0 today