Specialist Software Engineer

Hyderabad, Telangana
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

Career Category Information SystemsJob DescriptionJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Specialist Software EngineerWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. This vital role demands deep technical expertise and leadership in designing and developing scalable web applications and backend services. You will lead the design of UI frameworks, guide architectural decisions, and work hands-on with the development team to accelerate delivery of enterprise-grade MDM solutions.This is a ground-level technical role with strategic impact, requiring deep experience in full stack development, cloud-native technologies, and data engineering practices.Roles & Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of scalable front-end architectures using ReactJS, Redux Toolkit, and Axios.
Define and enforce UI/UX standards and reusable component libraries across MDM applications.
Architect and develop robust backend services using Python, Django REST Framework, and FastAPI.
Guide database design and optimization using MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
Implement and maintain data pipelines using PySpark for transformation and enrichment.
Deploy and manage applications using NGINX and Gunicorn, ensuring high availability and performance.
Drive test automation using Jest and other frameworks to ensure code reliability and maintainability.
Collaborate closely with product owners, data stewards, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Lead architectural reviews and contribute to enterprise-level design decisions.
Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
Accelerate development cycles through CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
Ensure secure and compliant development practices aligned with enterprise standards.
Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and technical reviews.

What we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree / Master's degree / Bachelor's degree and 8 to 13 years of experience in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related fieldPreferred Qualifications:Functional Skills:Must-Have Skills:

Advanced proficiency in ReactJS, Redux Toolkit, Axios, and JavaScript/TypeScript
Strong backend development experience with Python, Django REST Framework, and FastAPI
Expertise in MongoDB and PostgreSQL for data modeling and performance tuning
Hands-on experience with PySpark for distributed data processing
Experience deploying applications using NGINX and Gunicorn
Solid understanding of RESTful API design and integration
Experience with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and version control systems
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and containerization
Demonstrable experience in architecting scalable full-stack solutions
Strong testing practices using Jest or similar frameworks

Good-to-Have Skills:

Experience with MDM platforms (e.g., Informatica MDM, Reltio)
Exposure to data quality frameworks and rule engines
Understanding of compliance and regulatory considerations in master data
Prior experience in Pharma/Life Sciences domain

Professional Certifications:

Full Stack Development certifications (React, Python, Django, FastAPI)
Cloud certifications (AWS or Azure)
Data Engineering certifications (Databricks, PySpark, SQL)

Soft Skills:

Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Good communication and customer management skills
Analytical approach with a focus on scalable and maintainable solutions
Ability to work effectively in global, multi-functional teams

What you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.comAs an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation..

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