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Platform Engineer – HPC and Scientific Computing

A global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health, developing innovative treatments and vaccines.
$93,900 - $156,500
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Healthcare · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Platform Engineer – HPC and Scientific Computing

Sanofi, a leading global healthcare company, is seeking a Platform Engineer specializing in HPC and Scientific Computing to join their Scientific Computing Platforms department in Toronto. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and scientific research, where you'll be instrumental in supporting groundbreaking healthcare innovations.

The position involves managing and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure for scientific computing, particularly focusing on AWS environments and high-performance computing systems. You'll work directly with scientists and R&D teams, translating complex scientific requirements into efficient technical solutions. This role requires expertise in cloud services, containerization, and infrastructure automation, making it perfect for someone who enjoys both technical challenges and cross-functional collaboration.

As a Platform Engineer, you'll be responsible for implementing and maintaining crucial infrastructure that supports Sanofi's research initiatives. The role combines technical expertise in cloud computing, networking, and automation with the ability to understand and support scientific workflows. You'll work with modern technologies including AWS, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code tools, while ensuring security, performance, and cost optimization.

The position offers competitive compensation ($93,900 - $156,500) and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and career development opportunities. Sanofi provides a collaborative environment where you can grow your career while contributing to meaningful healthcare advancements. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion, combined with its global presence, creates an enriching work environment with opportunities for international exposure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled professional who wants to apply their infrastructure and cloud expertise in a scientific context, making a real impact on healthcare innovation while working for a leading global pharmaceutical company.

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Responsibilities For Platform Engineer – HPC and Scientific Computing

  • Collaborate with scientists and R&D teams to deploy, scale, and support cloud-based applications for scientific computing
  • Act as a bridge between research and technology, translating scientific needs into infrastructure solutions
  • Lead and participate in cross-functional meetings to capture requirements and align priorities
  • Manage and secure AWS environments, including networking, identity, and connectivity
  • Implement and troubleshoot hybrid infrastructure and network architectures
  • Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to automate deployment and configuration
  • Support containerized scientific workloads using Kubernetes and HPC schedulers
  • Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for computational workflows
  • Maintain access control, monitor usage, and help control cost

Requirements For Platform Engineer – HPC and Scientific Computing

Python
Kubernetes
  • Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services
  • Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals
  • Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with HPC environments and workload managers
  • Scripting and automation skills in Python or Bash
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Benefits For Platform Engineer – HPC and Scientific Computing

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Competitive compensation package
  • International career opportunities
  • Prevention and wellness programs

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