Software Engineer

Salary: 61500

Contract: Fixed Term contract until March 2027

Closing date: 14th May 2026

Interviews: 18th May 2026

TheWellcomeTrust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science leadingpolicyand advocacy campaigns and building partnerships.

We plan to spend 16bn over the next ten years funding new discoveries in life health and wellbeing and taking on three global health challenges: mental health infectious disease and climate and health.

These challenges need the bold science we support but theywontbe solved by science alone.

We are looking for a Software developer for Wellcome Collection.

Where in Wellcome will I be working

The role reports into the Lead Software Engineer in the Data team a part of Data & Digital. However the role is not attached to any one specific product team. Through this role there is the opportunity to work across a number of different products and digital teams including the Wellcome Collection Data and Wellcome Digital space depending on requirements.

What will I be doing

You will work as part of a product team contributing to the delivery of features and improvements across Wellcomes data and digital platforms.

The work in this role is primarily back-end: building and maintaining the APIs data pipelines and services that power Wellcome Collections platforms. We expect most of your day-to-day to be server-side though youll occasionally collaborate on full-stack changes.

Were also open to applications from engineers whose primary background is front-end provided youre enthusiastic about developing your back-end skills in the role.

As a Software Engineer you will:

• Design develop and maintain software solutions based on product requirements and specifications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers designers and other engineers to deliver high-quality products.

• Participate in code reviews provide constructive feedback and ensure best practices in software development.

• Troubleshoot debug and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.

• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for code APIs and solution architecture.

• Continuously improve software performance scalability and reliability through optimization and refactoring.

• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and improvement of software solutions.

How to apply

To apply for this role pleasesubmitan up-to-date CV and answertwoapplicationquestions todemonstratethat you meet theminimumrequirements for the role.

MinimumCriteria:

• Good understanding and experience of a server-side language or solid client-side experience (CSS / HTML / JS) with a demonstrable interest in learning back-end development

• Experience working with solid development practices including git and CI

• Some understanding of Agile processes and working in product teams

• Ability to transform designs into features

You can view the full Job Description on our website

You can read more about the benefits we offer our employees on our website

Our Hybrid Way of Working

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment in which people can perform at their best.

AtWellcomewe have a hybrid way of working: 3 days in our Euston Road offices (TuesdayWednesdayand Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do

We are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition. Please visit our website for more information on adjustments andaccessibility orcontact us at.

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