Sr Data Scientist

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Sr Data Scientist to lead data products, AI-enabled automation, and enterprise data integration across clinical ops, manufacturing, and supply chain.

You will build data pipelines, APIs, and dashboards using Python, SQL, and cloud platforms (AWS, Databricks), driving decision-support and scalable analytics. Join a collaborative team advancing patient care with cutting-edge AI and analytics.

Qualifications

• Strong Python development experience for applications, automation, AI, and analytics.
• Advanced SQL and large-scale data processing experience.
• Experience developing Generative AI and LLM-based applications.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Databricks, AWS, and cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data-driven products and applications.
• Develop scalable data pipelines and APIs.
• Design and deploy AI-enabled solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across data engineering, product, and IT.

Skills

Python

SQL

Generative AI

RAG API

Data Engineering

Cloud (AWS/Databricks)

Analytics & Visualization

Workflow Automation

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree + 2 years data scientist experience

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years data scientist experience

Associate’s degree + 8 years experience

High school diploma/GED + 10 years experience

Tools

Databricks

AWS

React

Streamlit

Dash

Job description

Career Category Operations Job Description Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity‑related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award‑winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Sr Data Scientist

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Data Products & Application Development

Design, develop, and maintain data‑driven products and business applications that improve decision‑making and operational efficiency.

• Data products
• Business applications
• Automation tools
• Dashboards and reporting solutions
• Workflow management applications
• Decision‑support platforms

Develop scalable solutions using Python, SQL, cloud technologies, and modern software development frameworks.

Generative AI & Intelligent Automation

Design and deploy AI‑enabled solutions that augment knowledge work and automate business processes.

• Large Language Model (LLM) applications
• Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Intelligent document generation
• Information extraction
• Automated workflow assistance
• Knowledge management solutions
• Decision‑support copilots

Data Engineering & Platform Development

Develop and maintain the foundational services that power analytics and AI solutions.

• Data pipelines
• APIs and integrations
• Backend services
• ETL/ELT workflows
• Data quality monitoring solutions
• Data processing frameworks

Enterprise Data Integration

Design solutions that integrate information across enterprise systems and business functions.

• Clinical operations
• Supply chain
• Manufacturing
• Enterprise operational platforms
• Enable seamless access to trusted data across organizational boundaries

Innovation & Technology Exploration

Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to create business value.

• Generative AI
• Agentic AI
• Modern analytics platforms
• Cloud‑native architectures
• Automation technologies
• Data engineering tools
• Enterprise application frameworks

User Experience & Front‑End Solutions

Build user‑facing applications that make data, analytics, and AI capabilities accessible to business users.

• Streamlit
• Dash
• React
• Other modern web and visualization frameworks

Automation & Operational Excellence

Develop solutions that improve organizational efficiency through:

• Process automation
• Workflow standardization
• Self‑service analytics
• Improved data accessibility
• Measure success through adoption, productivity gains, and operational improvements

Product Delivery & Solution Ownership

Support the complete lifecycle of analytical and AI solutions.

• Requirements gathering
• Solution architecture
• Technical design
• Development
• Testing and validation
• Deployment
• Documentation
• Ongoing sustainment and support

Collaboration & Stakeholder Partnership

Partner closely with:

• Business stakeholders
• Product teams
• Data engineering teams
• Enterprise architects
• Digital technology teams
• Subject matter experts

Communication & Business Translation

Communicate technical concepts and project outcomes to diverse audiences. Clearly articulate:

• Business value
• Solution architecture
• Technical tradeoffs
• AI capabilities and limitations
• Project progress
• Recommendations and next steps
• Bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation

Core Competencies

Hands‑on experience with:

• Python Application Development
• SQL and Data Modeling
• Generative AI and LLM Applications
• Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) API Development
• Data Engineering
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Databricks)
• Analytics and Visualization
• Workflow Automation

Strong understanding of:

• Data Product Development
• Enterprise Architecture
• AI Solution Delivery
• Business Process Improvement
• Product Ownership
• Scalable Application Design
• Ability to operate effectively as both a technical contributor and business partner in highly collaborative environments

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Data Scientist experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Data Scientist experience OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Data Scientist experience OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Data Scientist experience
• Strong Python development experience for applications, automation, AI, and analytics
• Advanced SQL and large‑scale data processing experience
• Experience developing Generative AI and LLM‑based applications
• Passion for applying AI, analytics, automation, and software engineering to solve business problems
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to rapidly prototype and deploy business solutions
• Experience balancing technical decisions with business priorities
• Experience with Databricks, AWS, and cloud‑native architectures
• Experience with data pipelines, workflow orchestration, and data quality monitoring

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, or other regulated environments
• Experience with RAG, agentic AI, and knowledge‑driven systems
• Experience building business applications using modern web frameworks
• Experience developing APIs, integrations, and backend services
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar visualization platforms
• Knowledge of Git, CI/CD, testing, and software engineering best practices
• Experience integrating enterprise systems such as SAP, manufacturing, quality, clinical, or supply chain platforms

What you can expect from us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well‑being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan Stock‑based long‑term incentives Award‑winning time‑off plans Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Salary Range 134,168.25USD -181,521.75 USD

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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.

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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

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.