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Backend Engineer & System Lead

As a key member of IT RDM, you will be part of a passionate organization that supports our Innovation Unit colleagues to develop new medicine by delivering on key data transformation initiatives.

The Backend Engineer & System Lead is a senior engineering role that combines hands-on backend development with system ownership and architectural responsibilities. aligned with BI IT architecture standards.

This position requires deep technical expertise modern backend frameworks, full-stack awareness and the ability to integrate internal and external services in an enterprise cloud environment.

Tasks & responsibilities

  • System & Solution Design: Plan, design, and implement complex systems and backend services, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance with BI frameworks.
  • Solution Architecture & Integration: Define architecture, maintain API contracts, and set up robust integrations across internal and external systems.
  • Cloud & Container Management: Deploy solutions in enterprise cloud environments, manage containerized workloads (OpenShift/Docker), and own CI/CD pipelines.
  • Backend Development & Optimization: Build backend components in modern frame, configure integrations, and troubleshoot for reliability and performance.
  • System Ownership & Governance: Maintain lifecycle documentation, manage environments (Dev/QA/Prod), and ensure GxP and BI compliance.
  • Operational Excellence & Leadership: Provide 3rd-level support, drive continuous improvement, act as System Lead, and ensure adherence to ITIL and organizational standards.

 Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years in backend engineering with exposure to full-stack development and system integration.
  • Familiarity with IT architecture principles, compliance frameworks (GxP), and agile methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of security, observability, and performance optimization.

Technical Expertise:

  • Backend: Python, REST/GraphQL APIs, microservices
  • Frontend integration: ReactJS or similar
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, VectorDB
  • Cloud: AWS enterprise environment
  • Containers: OpenShift, Docker
  • Data workflows: RAG, Agentic AI, ingestion pipelines  3

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We are continuously working to design the best experience for you. Here are some examples of how we will take care of you:

  • Flexible working conditions
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Health insurance at a competitive price
  • Investment in your learning and development
  • Gym membership discounts

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