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

Backend Software Engineer - Python Join Genomics England and use your backend engineering skills to make a difference in genomics and healthcare. We’re looking for an experienced Software Engineer with a demonstrable track record of delivering and owning backend software.  The role  You’ll use your Python expertise to design and develop scalable backend services, REST APIs and cloud-native applications on AWS. Working across databases, microservices and identity management solutions, you’ll deliver secure, reliable platforms.  Your work will help build and evolve products that support genomic testing, clinical decision making and research at national scale. You’ll contribute to the systems and services that enable large-scale genomic research in a collaborative, supportive and empowering environment.  Your team  You’ll join the Interpretation Portal (IP) team and provide software engineering expertise for the Decision Support System (DSS). DSS is a key component of our Healthcare Genomics Service.  Your responsibilities  Backend development and feature ownership  • Lead feature development across the team.  • Design and develop scalable, high-quality Python software following best practices.  • Design, develop and maintain REST APIs for internal and external integrations.  Cloud infrastructure, data and identity  • Design and maintain resources hosted on AWS, ensuring reliability and efficiency.  • Work with relational databases, including AWS RDS and SQL-based solutions.  • Support and integrate identity and access management solutions, including Okta and other Identity Providers (IdPs).  Quality and troubleshooting  • Build and enhance test automation frameworks to support robust, reliable applications.  • Troubleshoot and help resolve issues during development and testing.  Collaboration and continuous learning  • Work closely with front-end developers, QA and Platform Engineers to create reliable, seamless solutions.  • Use tools such as GitLab, Confluence and Jira to support collaborative development.  • Collaborate with third-party suppliers to create technical specifications.  • Stay informed about industry trends and embrace new technologies.  Skills and experience for success  • Python: expertise in developing scalable solutions.  • AWS and architecture: experience with AWS services, including IAM, and microservice architectures.  • Databases: experience with relational databases and SQL, ideally Postgres.  • REST APIs: experience designing, developing and consuming APIs.  • Identity and authentication: experience integrating with platforms such as Okta or similar Identity Providers (IdPs).  • Development practices: familiarity with agile methodologies and test-driven development.  • Teamwork and problem solving: a proactive, collaborative approach supported by collaborative tools.  Additional skills we’d love to see  • Experience with Amazon API Gateway, ECS, Fargate and Lambda.  • Experience with test automation frameworks.  • Familiarity with front-end React development, knowledge of JavaScript for front-end applications, or a willingness to learn.  • A strong understanding of code review best practices.  • Experience mentoring and/or coaching junior team members.  Make a difference  Use your Python and backend engineering skills to build the systems, services and platforms that enable genomic medicine and research at national scale. If you want your work to directly support life-changing genomic research and healthcare innovation, we’d love to hear from you.  BSc in Computer Science or equivalent experience  Closing date for applications : Friday 20th November at 23:00 (UK time) Salary from : £73,500 per annum Please note :   we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Being