Principal Systems Engineer – Clinical Computation Platform

Amgen

Experience: 13+ yrs
Location: Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

AWS
Docker
Kubernetes
R
Python
POSIT Tools and Services

About the role

Career Category

Clinical

Job Description

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

The role is responsible for the design, integration, and management of complex systems that encompass both hardware and software components into the organization’s cloud infrastructure. This individual will be responsible for all activities related to handling and supporting the Business and platforms including system administration, as well as incorporating new technologies under the challenge of a sophisticated and constantly evolving technology landscape. This role involves ensuring that all parts of a system work together seamlessly to meet the organization’s requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Collaborate with business partners and other software engineers to develop and deploy the latest, advanced technologies in support of product optimization

Work closely with the delivery and platform teams to ensure that the applications are aligned with standard city planning approved architectural and development guidelines

Support selected efforts to design, build, and develop rapid Proof-of-Concept (POC) automated solutions and services. Quickly and iteratively prove or disprove the concepts being considered

Develop and design systems architecture, ensuring that it meets both current and future needs of the organization

Integrate hardware and software components into a cohesive system that meets functional and performance requirements

Perform system testing and validation to ensure all components function correctly and efficiently

Optimize system performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise during system operation

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of systems design, configurations, and procedures

Work closely with other engineers, IT staff, and project managers to ensure successful implementation of systems

Monitor and maintain systems to ensure they continue to operate effectively and efficiently

Implement automation tools and processes to improve the efficiency and reliability of the system

Conduct training and workshops for business teams to share best practices in the industry.

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s / Bachelor’s degree with 13 - 17 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

Experience in cloud platforms including AWS

Experience with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes

Hands-on experience with computerized systems including troubleshooting, reliability, and performance improvements

Experience with translating business requirements to technical requirements and recommend solutions for automation

Proficiency in programming languages including R, Python

Experience and strong knowledge of POSIT Tools and Services

Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum

Good-to-Have Skills:

Experience with DevOps tools and practices

Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies

Experience with systems integration and validation

Knowledge of Clinical Development domain

Professional Certifications:

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) for Teams (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

Shift Information:

This position requires you to work a later shift and may be assigned a second or third shift schedule. Candidates must be willing and able to work during evening or night shifts, as required based on business requirements.

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.

About Amgen

Develops and manufactures biotechnology medicines for serious diseases.

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