Senior Software Engineer

Merck; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Software Engineer to build scalable enterprise solutions using Python, TypeScript/React, and cloud technologies. You will develop, deploy, and support AI-driven platforms, enabling pilots to production with CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product managers, data scientists, and software engineers to deliver robust software, automate testing, and stay ahead with modern AI and data analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on coding and software design experience.
• Experience with Python, SQL, REST, TypeScript/JavaScript - React framework.
• Experience with AWS and data pipelines.
• CI/CD environments and test-driven development.
• Collaborative skills with cross-functional teams.
• Automated testing strategies experience.
• Understanding of System Integration patterns.

Responsibilities

• Develop full-stack software with Python and TypeScript/JavaScript (React).
• Build cloud-based solutions with CI/CD integration.
• Deliver enterprise AI projects, platforms, and products.
• Create automated testing pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to deliver AI-driven solutions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and maintain production readiness.
• Develop integrations with other applications and services.

Skills

Python

TypeScript/JavaScript

React

REST API

AWS

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Agile Methodology

SQL

No-SQL

Data pipelines

Cloud computing

AI

Testing

Education

Computer Science degree

Tools

Docker

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Based in Hyderabad, join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130- year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.

Be part of an organisation driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.

Drive innovation and execution excellence. Be a part of a team with passion for using data, analytics, and insights to drive decision-making, and which creates custom software, allowing us to tackle some of the world's greatest health threats.

Our Technology Centers focus on creating a space where teams can come together to deliver business solutions that save and improve lives. An integral part of our companys' IT operating model, Tech Centers are globally distributed locations where each IT division has employees to enable our digital transformation journey and drive business outcomes. These locations, in addition to the other sites, are essential to supporting our business and strategy.

A focused group of leaders in each Tech Center helps to ensure we can manage and improve each location, from investing in growth, success, and well-being of our people, to making sure colleagues from each IT division feel a sense of belonging to managing critical emergencies. And together, we must leverage the strength of our team to collaborate globally to optimize connections and share best practices across the Tech Centers.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer with expertise in full-stack development, cloud technologies, and AI-driven engineering practices to build scalable enterprise solutions. The role focuses on developing, deploying, and supporting AI products and platforms using modern technologies, DevSecOps, and automated delivery pipelines. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, deliver high-quality software, and transition new concepts from pilot stages to production.

What you would do:

• We are looking for an innovative technologist passionate about cutting-edge tools and ready to accelerate delivery through AI code generation, pair programming assistants, and automated workflows
• Software development on backend (Python,TypeScript) and frontend (TypeScript/JavaScript - React framework).
• Write efficient and maintainable code following best practices in software engineering.
• Working with DevSecOps tools for deploying and versioning code.
• Deploy solutions on the cloud with CI/CD integration.
• Deliver enterprise AI projects, products, and platforms with a focus on scalability and reusability.
• Work on technical pilots and feasibility studies of new opportunities to create value and transitioning successful pilots to scalable production implementations.
• Develop integrations with other applications and services.
• Develop automated testing pipelines.
• Application release and second level support.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in software engineering technologies.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies with the team to execute on prioritized projects and features.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and software engineers, to understand requirements and deliver AI-driven solutions.

What you should have :

• 5+ years hands-on coding and software design experience building robust and scalable software using Python, SQL, REST, TypeScript/JavaScript - React framework.
• Experience in building data intensive applications in a modern technology stack: Cloud services (AWS), data pipelines, SQL/No-SQL databases (graph databases is a plus)
• Experience in designing, architecting, and maintaining applications.
• Experience building and consuming web-based APIs.
• Experience with CI/CD environments and test-driven development leveraging a Version Control system.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Experienced with developing automated testing strategies.
• Understanding of System Integration patterns.

Preferred:

• Experience working with AWS Cloud
• Experience working in an Agile Methodology
• Familiar in fields related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.
• Knowledge of Generative AI solutions and applications
• Experience with building, deploying, and managing docker images
• Experience working with Domino's data platform

Qualifications:

Candidates are evaluated case-by-case but appreciate qualifications in quantitative, scientific and technology disciplines such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Physics, and Bioinformatics.

Required Skills:

Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Lifecycle Management Tools, Automated Software Testing, Automated Testing, AWS Data Pipeline, Business Value Creation, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Communications, Computer Science, Data Eng