Principal Data Engineer

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Principal or Staff Data Engineer to join the IOPS IT team in Limerick. You will architect and optimize secure, scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT), design data lake and warehouse solutions, and mentor junior engineers across Manufacturing, Quality, and IT.

On-site role with strong focus on governance and observability. You will leverage Python/Java/Scala, SQL, and NoSQL, while applying CI/CD practices and applying CFR Part 11/GxP standards in a

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of data engineering experience for Principal; biotech exposure preferred.
• 3+ years on cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) and data governance experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect and optimize secure, scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT) for real-time and batch processing.
• Design data lake and warehouse solutions with high-quality, organized data.
• Monitor pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement observability and alerting.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

SQL

NoSQL

Hadoop

Spark

Kafka

Airflow

Containerization

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

CI/CD

Git

Job description

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Principal or Staff Data Engineer to join our IOPS IT team, building the data infrastructure and pipelines that power data-driven decision-making across the organization. In this role, you will architect and optimize scalable data solutions, drive technical standards, and mentor junior engineers — while collaborating with partners across Manufacturing, Quality, and IT to deliver reliable, governed, and innovative data capabilities. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & Where

• Location: Raheen, Limerick County
• Work model: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

What You’ll Do

• Architect and optimize secure, scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT) for real-time and batch processing, integrating diverse data sources and establishing CI/CD practices and fault-tolerant systems
• Designing data lake and warehouse solutions that ensure large datasets are organized, accessible, and of high quality; implement data modeling and schema design aligned to business needs
• Monitoring pipeline performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing observability and alerting systems to maintain reliability across the data platform
• Ensuring adherence to data governance policies and industry regulatory requirements including 21 CFR Part 11, GxP, and CSA; maintain comprehensive system documentation
• Leveraging GenAI and MCP/orchestration platforms to enhance team efficiency and drive infrastructure innovation
• Defining technical standards and design complex data engineering solutions that scale across the organization
• Mentoring junior engineers, contributing to team capability growth, and serving as a technical leader across data engineering initiatives

The Environment And Physical Rhythms Of This Role

• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala; deep SQL expertise and relational database experience required
• Experience with NoSQL and big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka; stream processing experience (Kafka, Flink) a plus
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools (Airflow, Luigi, Prefect, or similar) and containerization technologies required
• Familiarity with Biotech Enterprise Systems including MES, LIMS, and QMS preferred
• Knowledge of data security, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards including CFR Part 11 and GxP in regulated environments
• Cloud certifications a plus

Let’s Find Out If We’re a Fit

• BS/BA in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Principal: 8+ years of relevant experience, including 1+ years in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences and 3+ years on cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
• Staff: 10+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences and 5+ years on cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)

Thrive today. Grow tomorrow.

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits.

• annual bonuses or other incentive plans
• equity awards
• pension or retirement benefits
• 401(k) company match
• health and wellness programs
• fitness centers
• insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
• paid time off
• family support benefits

If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

Salary Range (annually)

€62,300.00 - €119,000.00