Lead Developer Mycology Tools
Lead Developer Mycology Tools
Are you a skilled software developer looking to make a global impact through technology? Join us at Kew to lead the development of a new version of Index Fungorum, one of the oldest and most respected resources in fungal nomenclature. Established in 1940 and brought online in 2000, Index Fungorum is a critical tool for the mycological community. Your work will help modernize this resource, ensuring it continues to serve as an authoritative source of fungal nomenclature data.
In this role, you will focus on the technical development of the Index Fungorum platform, working closely with taxonomists at Kew and curators of other international fungal nomenclature databases. Your primary responsibilities will include stabilizing existing mycological tools, designing and implementing a new hosted architecture, and creating a user-friendly, WCAG-compliant UI/UX. Additionally, you will be expected to incorporate AI and machine learning technologies to enhance data curation, synchronization, and integration, ensuring the platform is prepared for the anticipated growth in fungal taxonomy.
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We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable individual with a degree in IT or Computer Science, or equivalent experience, and a proven track record in developing complex software according to stakeholder needs. You will be an enthusiastic team player, capable of leading the technical aspects of this project, while collaborating closely with domain experts who manage the database content.
As part of the multidisciplinary Digital Revolution department, you will work alongside experts in computer science, evolution, genomics, bioinformatics, spatial analysis, data architecture, and web development. You will also employ agile methodologies to ensure the development process is efficient, collaborative, and adaptive to changing needs.
Whilst primarily based at Kew, there is the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.
We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.
Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.
The salary for this position is £43,123 - £50,059 per annum (depending on skills and experience), plus £5k market supplement (reviewed annually), per annum (pro rata) [Band E]
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
No agencies please.