Job Description
Overview
Lead the software development team responsible for the Pfam and InterPro databases, two of the world’s most widely used protein family and domain annotation resources. Report to the Head of the Protein Families Group at EMBL‑EBI and drive a cultural and technical shift toward AI‑first development.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the Pfam/InterPro software development team, managing workload, priorities, and professional development.
- Drive the transition to AI‑first software development practices, embedding AI coding tools such as Claude Code and GitHub Copilot into production workflows.
- Own software architecture and design decisions across the Pfam and InterPro platforms, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.
- Design and maintain relational and NoSQL database schemas supporting large‑scale protein family and domain annotation data.
- Lead agile development cycles including sprint planning, ...
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