Full-Stack Software Engineer – Bioinformatics Integration & Platform Development  (UK Based)

• Design and implement web-based tools and APIs that connect lab operations with bioinformatics pipelines.
• Develop databases, REST APIs, and automation workflows for internal scientific tools.
• Collaborate with scientists and bioinformaticians to translate workflow needs into scalable software.
• Develop robust data integration solutions and visualisation dashboards.

This role enables scientists to accelerate discovery and innovation by building tools that connect laboratory workflows with advanced analysis systems, contributing to Tropic's mission of tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.

• At least 3–5 years of proven full-stack development experience (React/HTML/CSS/TypeScript; Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI or Django. Node.js a plus).
• Demonstrated experience delivering production-ready full-stack solutions in a scientific or technical environment.
• Strong database design and management skills (PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL).
• Proven track record of building, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based applications (GCP preferred).

• Competitive compensation and benefits including: Private Medical Care, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave, Group Income Protection and Life Assurance
• Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• Social events throughout the year

Tropic is one of the world's leading agricultural gene-editing companies dedicated to developing high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits globally, tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.