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Career Category Information SystemsJoin Amgens Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionxe2x80x94to serve patients living with serious illnessesxe2x80x94drives 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.What you will doLets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for Research Informatics and you will be responsible for development and maintenance of software in support of target/biomarker discovery at Amgen. This role requires proficiency in code development (e.g. Python, R, etc), and some knowledge of CI/CD processes and cloud computing technologies (e.g. AWS, Google Cloud, etc). Additionally, the ability to work with cross functional teams and experience in agile practices is desired.Develop software to transform and visualize omics (genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics) data using programming languages such as Python, Java, R.Develop data processing pipelines for large datasets in the cloud (e.g. Nextflow); integrate with other data sources where applicableCollaborate with the other engineering team members to ensure all services are reliable, maintainable, and well-integrated into existing platformsAdhere to best practices for testing and designing reusable codeWhat we expect of youMasters degree and 1 to 3 years of in Software Development, IT, or related field, ORBachelors degree and 3 to 5 years of in Software Development, IT, or related field, ORDiploma and 7 to 9 years of in Software Development, IT, or related field.Basic Qualifications:Proficiency in code development (Python, R) and the software development lifecycleProficient with SQL and relational databases (e.g PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle)Experience with command-line interface on Linux-based systemsPreferred Qualifications:2+ years of experience in biopharma or life sciencesExperience in RESTFul API development e.g flask, MuleSoftExperience in pipeline development using one or more of the following programming languages (Python, Nextflow, etc)Experience with DatabricksExperience with cloud computing platforms and infrastructureExperience with Application development (Django, RShiny, Ploty Dash, etc)Work experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.Experience using and adopting Agile FrameworkSoft Skills:Strong learning agility, ability to pick up new technologies used to support early drug discovery data analysis needsCollaborative with good communication skills.High degree of initiative and self-motivation.Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.Team-oriented with a focus on achieving team goals.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTAmgen 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.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with 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 an accommodation..

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