Job Description

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients

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At 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 Engineer

What you will do

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Let'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:

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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 you

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We 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 field

Preferred Qualifications:

Functional Skills:

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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:

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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:

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

Soft Skills:

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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 us

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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, 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.

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careers.amgen.com

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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.