Amgen Inc

Sr. DevOps Engineer/Sr. Associate Software Engineer

Amgen Inc$115K — $156K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
  • Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's with 6 years, or a high school diploma with 8 years of experience in a similar field.
  • Solid understanding of information systems and network technologies.
  • 2+ years experience with large-scale web infrastructure support.
  • Proficient in at least one programming language, preferably Python.

Responsibilities

  • Own complex software projects from conception to deployment.
  • Manage project scope, risks, and timelines effectively.
  • Rapidly prototype and convert concepts into functional code.
  • Contribute to both front-end and back-end development leveraging cloud technologies.
  • Develop solutions using generative AI technologies.
  • Conduct code reviews ensuring quality and best practices.
  • Design and maintain robust documentation for architecture and operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement and Savings Plan with significant company contributions.
  • Award-winning time-off policies and flexible work models.
  • Discretionary annual bonuses or sales-based incentive plans.
  • Stock-based long-term incentives offered.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Information Systems
Job Description

Sr. DevOps Engineer/Sr. Associate Software Engineer

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role, 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. This role involves working closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to create high-quality, scalable software solutions and automating operations, monitoring system health, and responding to incidents to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities:
  • Take ownership of complex software projects from conception to deployment.
  • Manage software delivery scope, risk, and timeline.
  • Possesses strong rapid prototyping skills and can quickly translate concepts into working code.
  • Contribute to both front-end and back-end development using cloud technology.
  • Develop innovative solutions using generative AI technologies.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
  • Create and maintain documentation on software architecture, design, deployment, disaster recovery, and operations.
  • Identify and resolve technical challenges effectively.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements.
  • Work closely with product team, business team, and other stakeholders.
  • Design, develop, and implement applications and modules, including custom reports, interfaces, and enhancements.
  • Analyze and understand the functional and technical requirements of applications, solutions, and systems and translate them into software architecture and design specifications.
  • Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and other testing strategies to ensure the quality of the software.
  • Identify and resolve software bugs and performance issues.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and QA, to deliver high-quality software on time.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of software designs, code, and development processes.
  • Customize modules to meet specific business requirements.
  • Work on integrating with other systems and platforms to ensure seamless data flow and functionality.
  • Provide ongoing support and maintenance for applications, ensuring that they operate smoothly and efficiently.


What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree

OR

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Computer Science, IT or related field

OR

Associate's degree and 6 years of Computer Science, IT or related field

OR

High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Computer Science, IT or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Must-Have Skills:
  • Solid understanding of information systems and network technologies.
  • 2+ years of experience providing support for large-scale web infrastructure.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
  • Experience with AWS Services (e.g., CloudFront CDN, Load balancers, EKS, ECS, Fargate, EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch).
  • Working understanding of Agile, Scrum, Design Thinking, and Lean Startup principles.
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language such as Python.


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.


What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
  • A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies


Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Salary Range
115,401.10USD -156,130.90 USD

About Amgen Inc

Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases. The company is values-based and deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious diseases. They offer products for treating illness in the areas of oncology/hematology, cardiovascular, inflammation, bone health, nephrology, and neuroscience.

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Learn more about Amgen Inc
Size
24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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