Lead Software Engineer – Sanofi

Coders Connect; Lyon; Hybride; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading digital transformation firm in Lyon is seeking a Software Engineering Lead to guide teams in developing digital platforms for healthcare technology. This role involves leading a team of engineers, defining technical vision, and ensuring system scalability. Candidates should have strong skills in JavaScript, React, AWS, and a background in managing engineering teams. The position offers opportunities for career development within a mission-driven organization.

Prestations

Comprehensive rewards and benefits package

Endless career development opportunities

Collaboration with world-class professionals

High-quality healthcare wellness programs

Gender-neutral parental leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and managing large or senior-level engineering teams.
• Hands-on knowledge of CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage a team of senior software engineers.
• Define and drive the technical vision for a specialized domain.
• Ensure scalability, reliability and maintainability of systems.

Connaissances

JavaScript

React

Node.js

AWS

AI

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience

Outils

Spring

.NET

C / C++

Go

OOP

C#

Data Structures

Java

Distributed Systems

Description du poste

Coders Connect is proud to partner with Sanofi a global healthcare leader to drive digital transformation through its Manufacturing & Supply (M&S) Accelerator.

Sanofi is reimagining how medicines are made scaled and delivered harnessing data AI and next‑generation engineering to bring innovative treatments to patients faster and more affordably across the world. As a Software Engineering Lead you’ll play a central role in that mission guiding teams that build digital platforms powering the future of global health manufacturing.

Location: Lyon France (Hybrid)

Languages: English (French is a plus)

What you’ll do:

• Lead and manage a team of senior software engineers fostering a culture of excellence, initiative and ownership.
• Define and drive the technical vision for a specialized domain within the broader M&S Accelerator ecosystem.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability and maintainability of systems developed by your teams.
• Organize teamwork effectively, set goals, monitor progress and hold the team accountable for delivery.
• Empower engineers to take ownership of their work while proactively addressing unowned or complex technical areas that improve team efficiency.
• Align team goals with broader strategic and organizational objectives ensuring data‑driven decisions at every step.
• Maintain a high technical bar while balancing pragmatism to accelerate delivery without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders—product managers, scientists and end users—to define and deliver impactful digital solutions.
• Stay close to the code providing hands‑on technical guidance while focusing on leadership and strategy.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading and managing large or senior‑level engineering teams fostering growth and accountability.
• JavaScript / TypeScript proficiency.
• React or similar frontend frameworks.
• Microservice architectures and API design.
• Cloud‑native systems and security best practices.
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK or similar).
• Experience with AWS, GCP or Azure.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a technical vision within a defined scope while aligning with organizational strategy.
• Hands‑on knowledge of CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication skills capable of engaging both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• A strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to make sound trade‑offs under pressure.
• Growth‑oriented leadership style focused on coaching, mentorship and developing talent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience is a plus.

Leadership & Development

• Coach and mentor engineers investing in their professional growth through regular feedback and career planning.
• Partner with leadership on hiring, performance management and team development.
• Champion engineering best practices creating a culture of technical rigor, collaboration and innovation.
• Collaborate with other engineering leads to shape Sanofi’s digital ecosystem ensuring long‑term sustainability and scalability.

Benefits

• Shape and lead a high‑impact engineering team at the intersection of healthcare technology and innovation.
• Work in a collaborative forward‑thinking environment with world‑class professionals.
• Contribute to a company that’s not just a global healthcare leader but a pioneer in digital transformation.
• Access endless career development opportunities whether through promotions, lateral moves or international experiences.
• Enjoy a comprehensive rewards and benefits package including high‑quality healthcare wellness programs and at least 14 weeks of gender‑neutral parental leave.
• Be part of a mission‑driven organization that uses digital to accelerate access to life‑saving medicines and improve healthcare worldwide.

Required Skills: JavaScript React Node AWS AI

Key Skills: Spring,.NET,C / C++,Go,React,OOP,C#,Data Structures,JavaScript,Software Development,Java,Distributed Systems

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1