Senior Software Engineer

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1 year ago
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Senior Backend Software Engineer – Python / AWS / Data – Remote


Our client, a fast-growing European biotech start-up, is revolutionizing the drug discovery and infectious disease treatment industry.


Having recently secured Series A funding, they are ready to expand their backend engineering team and are looking for a skilledSenior Backend Software Engineerto support their next growth phase.


This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a company that has been steadily expanding since its establishment in the late 2010s, and it’s set to scale significantly in the months ahead.


Company

This company is dedicated to developing cutting-edge tools and platforms aimed at advancing treatments and speeding up drug discovery.


With a compact, highly talented tech team of fewer than 15 people split between Software Engineering and Data Science, this organization is well-positioned for rapid growth.


They’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join their team and directly support the CTO, with opportunities for significant impact on the company’s core technology and processes.


The Role

In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to the company’s bespoke platform, built on AWS and Python, which powers complex workflows, including machine learning training and predictions.


You’ll work with experienced and junior engineers alike, contributing to both the software and data-focused aspects of the platform. If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can work hands-on with innovative technology in a biotech context, this is the role for you.


Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in Python (minimum)
  • Strong Cloud Experience using AWS (infrastructure and security is beneficial)
  • Experience building data centric platforms
  • Experience with both SQL & DynamoDB


Benefits:

  • Fully remote and flexible work arrangements (hybrid option available in the London office).
  • Competitive salary up to £90,000, plus benefits.


If you’re a backend engineer ready to make a difference in biotech and work in a forward-thinking start-up, we’d love to connect and tell you more.


Apply today to join a company that’s shaping the future of medical science!


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