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Platform Engineer II

GSK is a global biopharma company focused on uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together, developing vaccines, specialty and general medicines.
South San Francisco, CA, USA
$132,825 - $221,375
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Healthcare · Enterprise SaaS
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Job Description

GSK's Onyx Research Data Tech organization is seeking a Platform Engineer II to join their team focused on building a next-generation data ecosystem. This role is part of GSK's mission to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. As a Platform Engineer II, you'll be working on developing scalable APIs and infrastructure that powers the exploration of data at scale, supporting scientists across GSK in medical discovery.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing, API development, and data platforms. You'll be part of a full-stack organization that includes product leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, and AI/ML platforms. The role combines technical expertise with the chance to impact healthcare innovation directly.

As a Senior Engineer in this role, you'll lead technical initiatives, mentor junior team members, and work on complex problems requiring sophisticated solutions. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing robust APIs, ensuring system security, and maintaining high performance standards. The position offers competitive compensation ($132,825 - $221,375) and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and equity participation.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in cloud platforms, API development, and modern software engineering practices, combined with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly contribute to GSK's mission of helping people do more, feel better, and live longer.

Working at GSK means joining a company that values diversity, continuous learning, and innovation. The company provides a supportive environment where you can grow your career while working on projects that have real-world impact in healthcare and medicine. If you're passionate about technology and want to apply your skills to improve global health outcomes, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a difference.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Platform Engineer II

  • Lead design, development, and implementation of scalable APIs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify API requirements
  • Produce well-engineered software with automated test suites and documentation
  • Develop microservices and reusable modular code
  • Ensure consistent application of platform abstractions
  • Participate in code reviews and improve team standards
  • Adhere to QMS framework and CI/CD best practices
  • Stay updated on emerging API technologies and best practices
  • Mentor junior engineers

Requirements For Platform Engineer II

Python
Java
Scala
Kubernetes
Cassandra
Kafka
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
  • 3+ years of industry experience
  • Cloud experience (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with CI/CD implementations using git and common CI/CD stack
  • Knowledge of security practices and API development standards
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Scala, Java
  • Experience with API management platforms and tools
  • Expertise in modern software development tools and DevOps
  • In-depth knowledge of API design principles and protocols

Benefits For Platform Engineer II

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Health care and insurance benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Paid caregiver/parental leave
  • Medical leave
  • Annual bonus
  • Share based long term incentive program