Associate System Engineer

Boehringer Ingelheim; Biberach an der Riß; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking an Associate System Engineer to advance our CTS system landscape and collaborate with global Drug Development teams. You will help shape GenAI integration, ensure lifecycle compliance, and coordinate with infrastructure partners for secure, scalable operations in a GxP environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, documentation rigor, and continuous improvement of AI-enabled systems within the CMC landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or related field; master’s is a plus.
• Experience with IT infrastructure, databases, servers, cloud platforms, networks, and containerized applications.
• Proficiency in at least 3 of the following technologies/platforms: OpenShift/K8S/Kubernetes, Bitbucket/GitHub, Jira/Confluence, Jenkins/CI/CD, AWS/Azure, Python, TypeScript, ServiceNow, APIs.
• Proven track record in system lifecycle and documentation in GxP environments.
• Hands-on interest in GenAI/LLM technologies, integrating LLM-based services via APIs and agent-based patterns.

Responsibilities

• Advance the CTS system landscape as part of a cross-functional product team and develop solutions that support the clinical trial supply process.
• Own system operations and the full software lifecycle, including documentation, patching, updates, access controls and lifecycle compliance.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams and external partners to resolve incidents, implement changes, and coordinate migrations and retirements.
• Drive integration of GenAI, LLM and agent-based solutions into the CMC system landscape, including interfaces and data integrations.
• Shape architecture, operability, security, access management, lifecycle and validation concepts for AI-enabled systems in GxP environments.
• Help define and continuously improve architectural and operational standards across the CMC system landscape.

Skills

OpenShift/K8S/Kubernetes

Jira/Confluence

Jenkins/CI-CD

Python

AWS/Azure

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or related field

Tools

Bitbucket/GitHub

Job description

The Position

Join our global IT organization as Associate System Engineer and partner closely with our global Drug Development Departments for chemical and biological entities (Dev CMC). As Associate System Engineer for our CTS (Clinical Trial Supply) system landscape, your primary focus will be on managing and advancing systems that support the clinical trial supply process. At the same time, you bring the system engineering perspective into our AI journey in CMC. Together with our AI software engineers, you make sure that generative and agentic AI solutions become robust, well-integrated, and compliant parts of our system landscape – including Clinical Trial Supply.

Tasks & responsibilities

• In your new role, you will advance the CTS system landscape as part of a cross-functional product team and develop solutions that support the clinical trial supply process


• You will take ownership of system operations and the full software lifecycle, covering documentation, patching, updates, access controls and lifecycle compliance


• Working closely with infrastructure teams and external partners, you will resolve incidents and problems, implement system changes, and coordinate migrations, replacements and retirements


• Furthermore, you will drive the integration of GenAI, LLM and agent-based solutions into the CMC system landscape, including interfaces, data integrations and infrastructure


• You will play an active role in shaping architecture, operability, security, access management, lifecycle and validation concepts for AI-enabled systems in GxP environments


• In addition, you will help define and continuously improve architectural and operational standards across the CMC system landscape

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field, along with solid experience in IT. A master’s degree is considered an advantage, but not a requirement


• Practical knowledge of IT infrastructure and application environments, including databases, servers, cloud platforms, networks, interfaces and containerized applications


• Proficiency in at least 3 of the following technologies/platforms: OpenShift/K8S/Kubernetes, Bitbucket/GitHub, Jira/Confluence, Jenkins/any other CI/CD, AWS/Azure, Python, TypeScript, ServiceNow, APIs


• Proven track record in system lifecycle and documentation requirements in GxP environments


• Hands‑on experience with or strong interest in GenAI/LLM technologies, e.g., integrating LLM‑based services via APIs, agent and tool‑calling patterns (e.g., MCP), retrieval‑augmented generation, and operating such solutions in enterprise environments (CI/CD, containerization, monitoring)


• Nice‑to‑have: Knowledge of clinical trial supply processes and systems (e.g., MES, IRT, packaging & labeling, depot and distribution) and of pharmaceutical development/CMC


• A motivated team player with a global mindset who is passionate about innovative IT solutions and works both independently and collaboratively


• Strong communication and presentation skills in English

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long‑term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com