Senior Specialist, Full Stack AI Engineer, Clinical Engineering & Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Wellbeing Programs

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Princeton, NJ is seeking a strong Full Stack Developer to join an AI-first, agile product team supporting Global Development Operations. This role focuses on developing and operating AI-native products where large language models, agentic workflows, and data-driven intelligence are the default approach to solving business problems.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience delivering Generative and Agentic AI solutions in regulated environments, with Python/Java and

Qualifications

• 2+ years in software development; Pharma/Life Sciences experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Python and/or Java, and a UI framework, preferably React JS
• Solid understanding of AI concepts and familiarity in developing AI applications.
• Practical experience building Generative AI and Agentic AI applications using tools like LangChain is a plus.
• Experience with AWS Cloud services such as Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, Bedrock, SageMaker
• Good data analytics skills - SQL/NoSQL databases, able to write efficient queries.
• Strong technical expertise combined with a commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must be a relationship builder in a matrix organization with strong communication, planning, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain LLM-native and agentic applications as long-lived products with human-in-the-loop patterns.
• Develop and maintain scalable, stable, reliable, and secure applications using Python/Java and React JS.
• Support, maintain, and improve a portfolio of SaaS and in-house apps with high availability and performance.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to manage application support and lifecycle activities.
• Implement microservices-based solutions on the AWS cloud platform.
• Incorporate microservices, APIs, MCPs and event-driven processes.
• Implement CI/CD practices for software applications.
• Monitor model performance in production and manage model drift and retraining strategies.
• Investigate issues with systems and data to propose short-term remediation and long-term strategy.

Skills

Python

Java

React JS

AI concepts

LangChain

AWS Cloud

SQL/NoSQL

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Lambda

S3

DynamoDB

Bedrock

SageMaker

Job description

Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Working with Us

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strong Full Stack Developer to serve in a AI‑first, agile product team supporting Global Development Operations (GDO). This role is responsible for developing and operating AI-native products where large language models, agentic workflows, and data‑driven intelligence are the default approach to solving business problems—not an add‑on.

The ideal candidate will bring deep hands‑on programming experience delivering Generative and Agentic AI solutions in a regulated environment.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain LLM-native and agentic applications as long-lived products, incorporating human in the loop patterns, continuous learning, monitoring, and governance as part of the standard operating model. Frameworks include Claude, OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, and LangChain.
• Develop and maintain scalable, stable, reliable, and secure applications using Python/Java and modern frontend frameworks like React JS. Leverage vibe coding best practices to build production-grade applications and prototypes faster.
• Responsible for the support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of a portfolio of SaaS and in-house applications, ensuring high availability, performance, and operational stability.
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to manage application support, incident resolution, enhancements, and lifecycle activities across multiple enterprise platforms.
• Implement microservices-based solutions on AWS cloud platform.
• Incorporate microservices, APIs, MCPs and event-driven processes.
• Implement CI/CD practices for software applications.
• Monitor model performance in production and manage model drift, retraining, and rollback strategies.
• Use critical thinking to investigate issues with systems and data, and identify solutions for short-term remediation and long-term strategy.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of related work experience in software development; Pharma/Life Sciences experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Python and/or Java, and a UI framework, preferably React JS
• Solid understanding of AI concepts and familiarity in developing AI applications.
• Practical experience building Generative AI and Agentic AI applications using tools like LangChain is a plus.
• Experience with AWS Cloud services such as Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, Bedrock, SageMaker, is a plus.
• Good data analytics skills - SQL/NoSQL databases, able to write efficient queries.
• Strong technical expertise combined with a demonstrated commitment and passion for continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must be a relationship builder and capable of working effectively in a highly matrix organization with strong communication, planning, and collaboration skills.

Compensation Overview

Princeton - NJ - US $78,200 - $94,760

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https //careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include

• Health Coverage Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work-life Benefits Include

Paid Time Off

• US Exempt Employees flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
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