Lead Software Developer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a scientific research organisation as a Lead Software Developer.

THE ROLE:
You will predominately support the company’s involvement in a project to develop a precision diagnostic tool to transform bowel cancer screening. This will involve:
- Build bespoke computer programs and scripts to support digital pathology workflows, including:
-- Automatic image quality control
-- Image processing
-- Data extraction and management
-- 3rd party software integration
- Build graphical user interfaces to enhance end user experience, such as:
-- Extracting and summarising image analysis data
-- Plotting data and carrying out statistical analysis on image analysis data
- Develop automation processes to improve efficiencies within the company.
- Support the implementation of Artificial Intelligence algorithms to improve the robustness of our image analysis pipelines.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Relevant engineering/science degree.
- Prior commercial experience as full-stack Software Developer, including the use of:
-- Python
-- Docker
-- Pytorch/Tensorflow
-- General web development (React, Django)
-- Software testing methodologies (e.g. unit, integration, end-to-end)
-- REST API development
- Image analysis:
-- Familiarity with Computer Vision methods and algorithms
-- Biological/histological image analysis and handling (OpenCV, Scikit-learn, Pillow, Openslide, TiffFile, BioFormats)
- Understanding of the use, application and implementation of Artificial Intelligence software.

DURATION & START DATE:
This will be a fixed-term contract for 12 months, with a start date of May 2024. However, there may be an opportunity to extend this role based on funding availability.

LOCATION:
We operate a hybrid home/office working policy, with a minimum of 2 office-based days per week.

SALARY & BENEFITS:
- Annual Salary £30,000 - £50,000 p.a. depending on experience.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- 32 days holiday a year.
- A time accrual system allowing up to 12 extra days off per year.
- Perkbox membership, which includes a huge range of benefits and discounts.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Hybrid working.
- Home office set-up assistance.
- The opportunity to join a growing and dynamic organisation, with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development.

Please apply today by sending your CV.

No overseas applicants please; visa applications will not be considered.