Associate Data Engineer

Amgen Inc. (IR); Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Inc. is seeking a seasoned Associate Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize data pipelines and platforms. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with data analysts and scientists to meet data requirements.

Responsibilities include developing ETL/ELT processes, ensuring data quality, and leveraging cloud platforms to deliver scalable data solutions. Strong Python, PySpark, SQL skills and experience with Spark and Airflow are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cost-effective, scalable data solutions.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Experience with big data ETL performance tuning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration solutions.
• Own data pipeline projects from inception to deployment, managing scope, timelines, and risks.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through testing and monitoring.

Skills

AWS

Azure

GCP

Python

PySpark

SQL

Big data ETL

Data modeling

OLAP/OLTP tuning

Apache Spark

Apache Airflow

Git/Subversion

CI/CD

Jenkins

Maven

DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering

Tools

Python

PySpark

SQL

Git

Subversion

Jenkins

Maven

Job description

Career Category Information Systems Job Description ABOUT AMGEN Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description: We are seeking a seasoned Data Engineer to drive the development and implementation of our data strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a strong blend of technical expertise and data-driven problem-solving skills. As a Associate Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and optimizing our data pipelines and platforms while mentoring junior engineers.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration solutions.
• Take ownership of data pipeline projects from inception to deployment, managing scope, timelines, and risks.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through rigorous testing and monitoring.
• Leverage cloud platforms (AWS preferred) to build scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Work closely with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements.
• Identify and resolve complex data-related challenges.
• Adhere to data engineering best practices and standards.
• Stay up to date with the latest data technologies and trends.

Must-Have Skills

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and the ability to architect cost-effective and scalable data solutions.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Handon experience with bid data ETL performance tuning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex data challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Good-to-Have Skills: Experienced with data modeling and performance tuning for both OLAP and OLTP databases.
• Experienced working with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow.
• Experienced with software engineering best-practices, including but not limited to version control (Git, Subversion, etc.), CI/CD (Jenkins, Maven etc.), automated unit testing, and Dev Ops.
• Experienced with AWS, GCP or Azure cloud services.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Education and Professional Certifications 2 to 6 years of experience with Bachelor’s degree in computer science and engineering preferred, other Engineering field is considered AWS Certified Data Engineer preferred Databricks Certificate preferred
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. .

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen