Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Full Stack Developer

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will join our Global Commercial Digital Innovation team. As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying complex software applications, and mentoring junior developers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions

Roles & Responsibilities :

Possesses strong rapid prototyping skills and can quickly translate concepts into working code

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

Take ownership of complex software projects from conception to deployment. Manage software delivery scope, risk, and timeline

Contribute to both front-end and back-end development using cloud technology.

Develop innovative solutions leveraging advanced data-driven algorithms and computational techniques.

Define and implement robust software architectures on the cloud, AWS preferred

Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.

Create and maintain documentation on software architecture, design, deployment, disaster recovery, and operations.

Identify and resolve technical challenges effectively.

Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements

Work closely with product team, business team, and other stakeholders.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek will have these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications :

Doctorate degree

OR

Masters degree and 2 years of software development experience

Or

Bachelors degree and 4 years of software development experience

Or

Associates degree and 8 years of software development experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 10 years of software development experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Functional Skills :

Must-Have Skills :

Hands on experience with various cloud services, understand pros and cons of various cloud service in well architected cloud design principles

Hands on experience with Full Stack software development. Proficient in programming language Python(preferred), JavaScript(including ReactJS), SQL / NoSQL.

Strong problem solving, analytical skills; Ability to learn quickly; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Good-to-Have Skills :

Experienced with API integration, serverless, microservices architecture.

Experience in SQL / NOSQL database, vector database for large language models

Experience with Web site development, understand of web site localization processes, which involve adapting content to fit cultural and linguistic contexts.

Experience with popular large language models

Experience with Langchain or llamaIndex framework for language models; Experience with prompt engineering, model fine tuning

Experience with DevOps CICD build and deployment pipeline

Experience with design patterns, data structures, test-driven development

Knowledge of latest techniques for text analysis and sentiment analysis

Education and Professional Certifications

Cloud Computing certificate preferred

Soft Skills :

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams

High degree of initiative and self-motivation.

Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.

Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals

Strong presentation and public speaking skills.

What you can expect from us

As 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, well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work / life balance, and career development opportunities that may include :

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

Stock-based long-term incentives

Award-winning time-off plans

Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As 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. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.