Associate Director, Software Engineer

Job Description

We are investing in ourselves to change the way our company develops and harnesses the power of Artificial Intelligence. If you are eager to spearhead groundbreaking technologies that will make a meaningful impact on people’s lives within a world-renowned pharmaceutical company, then look no further, we have the perfect role for you!

The Software Engineer will redefine what is possible and unleash the potential of Artificial Intelligence in applications. Reporting to the Director of Engineering in HyperAutomation & AI within our Chief Technology Office, this position is responsible for designing, building, and integrating AI into production systems to ensure seamless operation for our company. The ideal candidate is a tenacious problem solver with the keen ability to move with urgency to create sustainable solutions.

Join our team as we pioneer innovative solutions that redefine the boundaries of pharmaceutical advancements on a global scale. Take this incredible opportunity to shape the future of healthcare and leave a lasting impact on the well-being of individuals worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Software development on backend and frontend (Python, SQL, REST, JavaScript, TypeScript / node.js + React framework)

• Write efficient and maintainable code following best practices in software engineering.

• Being able to take ambiguous requirements and dig into them to be able to create working solution designs and architectures.

• Working with DevSecOps tools for deploying and versioning code.

• Deploy solutions on the cloud with CI/CD integration.

• Deliver enterprise AI projects, products, and platforms with a focus on scalability and reusability.

• Work on technical pilots and feasibility studies of new opportunities to create value and transitioning successful pilots to scalable production implementations.

• Develop integrations with other applications and services.

• Develop unit tests of the application both positive and negative cases.

• Application release and second level support

• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in software engineering technologies.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies with the team to execute on prioritized projects and features.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and software engineers, to understand requirements and deliver AI-driven solutions.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on coding and software design experience building robust and scalable software using Python, SQL, REST, JavaScript, TypeScript / node.js + React framework

• Expert in building data intensive applications in a modern technology stack: Cloud services (AWS, Azure), data pipelines, SQL/No-SQL databases (graph databases is a plus)

• Proficient in designing, architecting, and maintaining applications

• Expert building and consuming web-based APIs

• Expert with CI/CD environments such as Jenkins and test-driven development leveraging a Version Control system.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.

• Proficient with developing unit testing and different testing strategies such as performance testing.

• Understanding of System Integration patterns.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in an Agile Methodology

• Familiar in fields related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.

• Knowledge of Generative AI solutions and applications

• Experience working with different hyperscalers such as AWS Cloud and Azure.

• Experience with building, deploying, and managing docker images.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

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In accordance with Managers’ Policy – Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st – Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Required Skills:

Agile Methodology, AWS Cloud Computing, Back-End Development, Data Engineering, Design Applications, Front-End Engineering, Full Stack Software Development, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Solution Architecture, Structured Query Language (SQL), Systems Integration, Testing

Preferred Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Science, Data Science

Job Posting End Date:

08/20/2024

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