Sr Engineer, Application Development and Maintenance

Cardinal Health, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health invites a Senior Application Product Engineer to develop next-generation applications with a focus on user experience, modern frontend engineering, and AI-enabled capabilities. You will design, build, and integrate frontend and backend services using ReactJS, TypeScript, Python, and cloud platforms.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, UX designers, and engineers to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable digital experiences.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Expert in ReactJS, TypeScript, HTML5/CSS3.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Strong CI/CD, Git, automated testing, and Agile practices.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, product-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using ReactJS, TypeScript, and contemporary frontend frameworks.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, UX designers, Architects, and Engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital experiences.
• Develop and integrate backend services and APIs using Python and frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.
• Build AI-enabled user experiences by integrating Generative AI, LLMs, copilots, and intelligent search into applications.
• Participate in full SDLC including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Create reusable components, design patterns, and engineering standards for maintainability.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to integrate data-driven insights and ML models.
• Ensure performance, scalability, accessibility, security, and reliability.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployments and productivity.
• Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and architectural recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of continuous learning.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and AI tools to drive innovation.

Skills

ReactJS

TypeScript/JavaScript

HTML5/CSS3

Frontend architecture

CI/CD

Git

Agile development

Performance optimization

Security best practices

AI-enabled capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Python

FastAPI

Flask

GraphQL

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

As a Senior Application Product Engineer, you will play a key role in developing next-generation applications with a strong emphasis on user experience, modern frontend engineering, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable cloud-native solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using ReactJS, TypeScript, and contemporary frontend frameworks.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, UX designers, Architects, and Engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital experiences.
• Develop and integrate backend services and APIs using technologies such as Python, FastAPI, Flask, or similar frameworks.
• Build AI-enabled user experiences and workflows by integrating Generative AI, LLMs, copilots, intelligent search, and automation capabilities into business applications.
• Apply an AI-first engineering mindset to identify opportunities for productivity improvements, intelligent process automation, and enhanced customer experiences.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Create reusable components, design patterns, and engineering standards that improve development efficiency and maintainability.
• Collaborate with Data & Analytics teams to integrate insights, machine learning models, and data-driven decision-making capabilities into applications.
• Ensure application performance, scalability, accessibility, security, and reliability.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployments and improve engineering productivity.
• Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and architectural recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, AI tools, and engineering practices to recommend improvements and drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Required 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong record of delivering enterprise applications.
• Deep expertise in: ReactJS TypeScript/JavaScript HTML5/CSS3 Modern frontend architecture and design patterns
• Experience developing backend services using: Python RESTful APIs Microservices architecture
• Experience integrating applications with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of CI/CD, Git, automated testing, and Agile development practices.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, performance optimization, and security best practices.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, product-oriented environment.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with: GCP Platform Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) (a plus) Prompt engineering AI agents and workflow automation GraphQL FastAPI Docker and Kubernetes Healthcare, pharma experience a plus Familiarity with observability and monitoring platforms.
• Experience working in an enterprise product engineering environment.

What is Expected of You and Others at This Level

Applies advanced knowledge of software engineering, architecture, and product development principles to solve complex business challenges. Leads or contributes significantly to large-scale, cross-functional initiatives. Recommends and implements new technologies, engineering practices, and AI-enabled solutions. Independently determines technical approaches and execution plans for complex projects. Provides thought leadership in frontend engineering and modern application development. Drives continuous improvement through automation, process optimization, and emerging technology adoption. Receives guidance on strategic objectives while exercising considerable latitude in achieving results. Acts as a technical mentor and trusted advisor to engineering team members. Delivers solutions that may establish standards, patterns, and best practices across Commercial Technologies.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.