Job Description

A growing life sciences technology company is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join its multidisciplinary team developing innovative lab-based solutions for the biotechnology sector.
This is a unique opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career software engineer to work on highly impactful products at the intersection of biology, engineering, and data science. The company has developed a novel compact instrument designed to simplify and automate key areas of scientific research.
As part of a collaborative and agile team, you'll contribute across the full software stack-translating user requirements into clean, maintainable code and supporting product evolution in partnership with hardware and scientific colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain software for analytical laboratory equipment
• Build and enhance user interfaces based on scientific workflows and customer feedback
• Support backend systems including internal databases and lab information systems (LIMS)
• Collaborate with electronics and mechanical teams to align software with evolving hardware
• Contribute to early-stage prototype development and support field updates as needed
• Operate within a structured product development lifecycle with a hands-on approach across departments

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field with a software component
• Proficiency in Python and at least one additional object-oriented language (e.g. C++, Java, C#)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving environment
• Good working knowledge of Git and modern software development practices
• A demonstrable interest in clean code, usability, and scientific problem-solving

Desirable Experience:

• React and TypeScript (especially Redux Toolkit and RTK Query)
• Backend frameworks such as Flask, Django, or FastAPI
• Exposure to NoSQL databases
• Any background in biosciences or scientific instrumentation

What's Offered:

• Opportunity to work on industry-first technology used in advanced biological research
• Supportive and fast-paced environment in a high-growth sector
• Cross-functional exposure with excellent opportunities for career development
• Competitive base salary and share option scheme
• Involvement in meaningful technology that directly supports innovation in healthcare

How to Apply
Please submit a copy of your CV quoting reference 10020.