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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, specializing in 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

Description For Platform Engineer II

GSK's Onyx Research Data Tech organization is seeking a Platform Engineer II to join their innovative team focused on building next-generation data experiences for scientists and researchers. This role sits within GSK's research data ecosystem, which aims to revolutionize medical discovery through advanced data analysis and AI/ML capabilities.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge API development and cloud infrastructure projects, with a salary range of $132,825 to $221,375, plus additional benefits including annual bonus and share-based incentives. As a Platform Engineer II, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing scalable APIs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring robust system architecture.

The role requires a strong background in software engineering, with at least 3 years of industry experience and expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, Kubernetes). You'll be working with modern development tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, git workflows, and API management platforms. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java is essential.

GSK offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, retirement benefits, paid time off, and parental leave. The company's commitment to uniting science, technology, and talent makes it an ideal workplace for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare through technology.

The position is based in South San Francisco, where you'll be part of a full-stack team working on data engineering, infrastructure, DevOps, and AI/ML platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to grow their career in a company that's at the forefront of biopharma innovation.

As a Senior Engineer in the role, you'll be expected to take poorly defined problems and transform them into well-specified solutions, while maintaining a strong focus on metrics and best practices. You'll also serve as a mentor to junior team members and contribute to the team's technical excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, strong API development experience, and a passion for staying current with emerging technologies. Additional experience with data modeling, ontologies, and big data technologies would be advantageous.

Join GSK to be part of a company that's focused on getting ahead of disease through innovation and collaboration, while offering opportunities for personal growth and development in an inclusive environment.

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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
  • Provide input into roadmaps for upstream dependencies
  • 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 mentor junior engineers

Requirements For Platform Engineer II

Python
Java
Scala
Kubernetes
Kafka
Cassandra
  • 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
  • Knowledge of security practices and API development standards
  • Proficiency in Python, Scala, Java or similar languages
  • Experience with API management platforms
  • Expertise in modern software development tools
  • Knowledge of API design principles (REST, GraphQL, Swagger)

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 and medical leave
  • Annual bonus
  • Share based long term incentive program

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