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Specialist Information Systems Engineer
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this vital role as Specialist IS Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and solutions that meet business needs and ensuring the availability and performance of critical systems and applications. You would be responsible for maintains scalable software solutions to address complex business needs, with a focus on building robust Software applications, integrations, and reporting. This role ensures system performance and availability while minimizing downtime through automation and proactive incident management.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineers to design, implement and manage next-generation metrics engine and data governance capability, including metadata and reference data management for analytics. Additional responsibilities include designing interfaces, workflows, and process models, and deploying integrations in development and production environments, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
This position is perfect for a collaborative, detail-oriented professional passionate about enhancing clinical operations through advanced engineering and integrations.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Collaborate closely with product owners, data architects, business SMEs and engineers to develop and deliver high-quality solutions, enhancing and maintaining integrations across clinical systems.
Design and architect the next-generation metrics engine on modern infrastructure to support operational analytics leveraging cloud technologies.
Design and implement a new data governance capability incorporating essential features like metadata and reference data management for analytics.
Take ownership of complex software projects from conception to deployment, managing scope, risk, and timelines.
Utilize rapid prototyping skills to quickly translate concepts into working solutions and code.
Leverage modern AI/ML technologies to enable predictive analytics, NLP/NLQ capabilities, and enhance the overall data analytics process.
Analyze functional and technical requirements of applications, translating them into software architecture and design specifications.
Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and other testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.
Integrate systems and platforms to ensure seamless data flow, functionality, and interoperability.
Provide ongoing support and maintenance for applications, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
Collaborate on building advanced analytics capabilities to empower data-driven decision-making and operational insights.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering team growth and skill development.
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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
Basic Qualifications and Experience:
Doctorate Degree OR
Master’s degree with 4 - 6 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
Bachelor’s degree with 6 - 8 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
Diploma with 10 - 12 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field
Diploma with 14 - 18 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field
Must-Have Skills :
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Hands on experience writing SQL using any RDBMS (Redshift, Postgres, MySQL, Teradata, Oracle, etc.)
Hands on experience in programming (e.g., SQL, C++, JavaScript, XML).
Hands on experience with big data technologies and platforms, such as Databricks, Apache Spark (PySpark, SparkSQL), workflow orchestration, performance tuning on big data processing
Good-to-Have Skills:
Experience with software DevOps CI/CD tools, such Git, Jenkins, Linux, and Shell Script
Experience with Spark, Hive, Kafka, Kinesis, Spark Streaming, and Airflow
Experience with data flow pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from various data sources in various forms, including custom ETL pipelines
Experience working in an agile environment (i.e. user stories, iterative development, etc.)
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
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US
Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.
Generous Amgen Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.
Flexible work arrangements.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
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