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Exciting opportunity to contribute to global health improvement as a Senior Software Engineer at the Wellcome Trust
Overview
Salary
£85100
Location
London, UK - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation focused on improving health through innovative and courageous science, with a long-term commitment to tackling major global health issues. As a Senior Software Engineer at the Trust, you will become an integral part of the Digital & Technology directorate. Your tasks will be centred on the Wellcome Collection, where you will work within a product engineering team responsible for designing and maintaining our data and digital platforms. Role expectations include:
- Strong proficiency in at least one server-side language (Python, Scala)
- Solid understanding of client-side technologies (React, Next.js, TypeScript)
- Experience with AWS, ECS, Lambda, RDS, Step Functions, Terraform
- Good understanding of database and data pipeline architecture
- Experience with Git, CI/CD, distributed version control
Our work environment embraces hybridity, with two days onsite and three days work-from-home benefits. We prioritise diversity and inclusion. To apply, submit an updated CV and answer two application-focused questions that demonstrate your suitability for the role.
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health by supporting bold science in life, health, and wellbeing. We are committed to solving major global health challenges including mental health, infectious disease, and climate health. Over the next decade, we plan to invest 16bn in these areas.
The Role: As a Senior Software Engineer at Wellcome, you will be part of our Digital & Technology directorate. You will focus on the Wellcome Collection, working within a product engineering team that is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our data and digital platforms. This role involves close collaboration with developers, designers, and product colleagues to address some of the complex data and digital challenges Wellcome faces.
Job Requirements: We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in at least one server-side language (Python, Scala) and a solid understanding of client-side technologies (React, Next.js, TypeScript). Experience with AWS, ECS, Lambda, RDS, Step Functions, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) is essential. You should also have a good understanding of database and data pipeline architecture and be experienced in modern development practices including Git, CI/CD, and distributed version control.
Benefits: Wellcome offers a hybrid way of working, with two days per week in our Euston Road offices and three days working from home. We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a fair and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Adjustments for people with disabilities or long-term conditions are available, and we offer excellent benefits to support our employees' development in an open, respectful culture.
How to Apply: To apply for this role, please submit an up-to-date CV and answer two application questions demonstrating that you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
