BACKGROUND

The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute uses large-scale sequencing,
informatics and analysis of genetic variation to understand gene
function in health and disease and to generate resources of lasting
value.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Production Software team at the Sanger Institute aims
to produce high quality informatics tools in support of the
Institute's high profile sequencing projects.

REQUIREMENTS

A position is available for an experienced software
developer to work along side a talented team in building web
based tools for use in our next generation sequencing
analysis pipelines. The post involves working closely with
laboratory teams on high-level system and database design,
as well as hands-on development.

PREFERENCES

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in
the full life-cycle of extremely high quality, scalable web
applications, preferably in a scientific field. A keen eye for
detail will be augmented with an excellent working
knowledge of object-oriented design, test driven
development and agile database development.
A strong background in Perl, Java, HTML and relational
databases is essential with knowledge of Rails, Oracle,
MySQL, Subversion, open source development and
refactoring to patterns being a definite advantage.
Excellent time management and communication skills are
required, as is a keen interest in emerging technology.

TERMS

Full time

LOCALE:
Cambridge, UK

COMPENSATION

GBP 27,316-36,951, plus excellent benefits

HOW TO APPLY

DEADLINE:
1st March