Job Title: Front End Developer

GCL: C3

Introduction to role

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior engineer to advance modern software development practices within our team, building a bespoke integrated software framework which will accelerate the ability of AZ scientists to develop new drug candidates for unmet patient needs. We need a strong senior individual to work with teams of engineers, as well as engage and influence other global teams within Solution Delivery to ensure that our priorities are aligned with the needs of our science. The successful candidate will be a hands-on coder, passionate about software development and also willing to coach and enable wider teams to grow and expand their software delivery capabilities and skills.

Accountabilities

The role will encompass a variety of approaches with the aim of simplifying and streamlining scientific workflows, data and applications, while advancing the use of AI and automation for use by scientists. Working alongside platform lead, architect, BA, and informaticians you will be working to understand, devise technical solutions, estimate and deliver and run operationally sustainable platform software. You need to use your technical acumen to determine an optimal balance between COTS and home-grown solutions and own their lifecycles and roadmap.

Our delivery teams are distributed across multiple locations and as Senior Engineer you will need to coordinate activities of technical internal and contract employees. You must be capable of working with others, driving ownership of solutions, showing humility while striving to enable the development of platform technical team members in our journey. You will raise expectations within the whole team, solve complex technical problems and work alongside complementary delivery platforms while aligning solutions with scientific and data strategies and target architecture.

Essential Skills/Experience6-8 years of experience as a front end developerProficient in JavaScript and TypeScriptProficiency in modern CSS techniques, including Grid, Flexbox, and animations, with experience in frameworks like Tailwind or BootstrapProficient in React/Angular2+/VueJSSolid understanding of server-side development using NestJS/NodeJSExperience with Husky, TypeORM, RxJS, and SwaggerExpertise in writing unit and integration tests using JestFamiliarity with Python and its ecosystem is beneficialExperience with Docker and containerization is beneficialStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizationsGood team player, and the attitude to work with the highest integrityAstraZeneca couples technology with an inclusive mindset to cross international boundaries and develop a leading ecosystem. A diverse group, we work in cross-functional teams at scale, bringing together the best minds from across the globe to uncover new solutions. Here we think holistically about how to apply technology, building partnerships inside and out. We drive simplicity and efficiencies to make a real difference.

Join us at AstraZeneca and be part of a team that has the backing to innovate, disrupt an industry, and change lives!

Date Posted

07-Feb-2025

Closing Date

30-Mar-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.