Merck & Co, Inc

Spclst , Software Engineering

Merck & Co, Inc$87K — $137K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in full stack software development
  • Proficient in Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React.js
  • Hands-on experience with Large Language Models and AI frameworks
  • Familiar with cloud platforms, especially AWS, and containerization tools like Docker
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and data processing concepts
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain front-end and back-end components of web applications
  • Build scalable and secure APIs and application services
  • Implement responsive user interfaces integrating backend systems
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
  • Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization
  • Design and implement AI-powered features and intelligent workflows
  • Integrate applications with internal and external APIs and services

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment
  • Engagement in continuous learning and professional development
  • Support for deploying applications in cloud environments like AWS
Full Job Description
Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Full Stack Software Development
  • Design, develop, and maintain both front-end and back-end components of web applications
  • Build scalable, secure, and maintainable APIs and application services
  • Implement responsive user interfaces and ensure smooth integration with backend systems
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following engineering best practices
  • Participate in code reviews, debugging, performance optimization, and refactoring


2. AI Agent & GenAI Development
  • Design and implement AI-powered features and intelligent workflows within applications
  • Contribute to the development and integration of AI agents, chatbots, copilots, and automation flows
  • Apply prompt engineering techniques and support LLM-based solutions
  • Work with AI libraries and frameworks such as OpenAI APIs, LangChain, or similar tools
  • Collaborate on use cases involving retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), search, and structured/unstructured data integration


3. Data & System Integration
  • Integrate applications with internal and external APIs, services, and enterprise data sources
  • Work with structured and unstructured data including documents, datasets, and knowledge repositories
  • Implement data retrieval, search, and transformation workflows
  • Ensure reliable integration between front-end, back-end, and AI services


4. Cloud, DevOps & Deployment
  • Deploy and support applications in cloud environments such as AWS
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automation, and release processes
  • Work with containerization tools such as Docker and support environment setup
  • Assist with monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational support in lower and production environments


5. Collaboration & Delivery
  • Work closely with Architects, Tech Leads, product owners, and cross-functional teams
  • Participate actively in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Communicate progress, technical risks, and implementation details clearly


Education Minimum Requirement:
  • High School Diploma required.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 3+ years of software development experience with strong exposure to full stack application development
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript, Reactjs with strong understanding of front-end and back-end development, including API design and integration
  • Experience building scalable, maintainable, and well-documented code, with testing, debugging, and code review practices
  • Hands-on experience implementing enterprise-level solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs), including prompt engineering
  • Familiarity with AI tools and frameworks such as OpenAI APIs, LangChain, or similar, with experience in AI-powered use cases such as chatbots, copilots, automation flows, or retrieval/search workflows
  • Working experience of cloud platforms such as AWS, with familiarity in Git, version control, CI/CD concepts, and Docker/containerization.
  • Experience in SQL, data querying, and data processing concepts, including integration with APIs, enterprise systems, and structured/unstructured data sources
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in Agile teams


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Required Skills:
AI Architecture, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Collaborative Communications, Containerization, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Enterprise Data, Enterprise Systems, Large Language Models (LLMs), Monitoring Control, Programming Languages, React.js, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, System Integration

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
N/A

Job Posting End Date:
06/28/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

About Merck & Co, Inc

Schering-Plough Corporation is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of pharmaceuticals. It operates in three segments: Prescription Pharmaceuticals, Animal Health, and Consumer Health Care. Schering-Plough develops products targeting on allergy, cancer, hepatitis, cardiovascular, central nervous system, respiratory system, and more.  It was founded in 1851 by Ernst Christian Friedrich Schering as Schering AG in Germany. Schering-Plough manufactured several pharmaceutical drugs, the most well-known of which were the allergy drugs Claritin and Clarinex, an anti-cholesterol drug Vytorin, and a brain tumor drug Temodar. It also developed drugs targeting on central nervous system and the respiratory system. Schering Plough also owned and operated the major foot care brand name Dr. Scholl's and the skin care line Coppertone. These also became a part of the new company. Schering-Plough was a full member of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), a membership which is also maintained by the new Merck.

Merck & Co, Inc Careers

Join the visionary team at Merck & Co, Inc, a global leader in healthcare dedicated to advancing the world of medicine. As part of our professional community, you'll find dynamic job opportunities that foster innovation and leadership across various fields. Merck & Co, Inc is not just a company; it's a place where you can make a difference.

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We understand that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. From comprehensive health care coverage and retirement plans to flexible working conditions and wellness programs, our benefits package is designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members.

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Learn more about Merck & Co, Inc
Size
68,000 employees
Market Cap
$282.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7 billion
Founded
1668
5 Year Trend
+4.1%
Revenue
$47.9 billion
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