What you will do
Let s do this. Let s change the world. We are seeking a seasoned Principal Data Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of our data strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of data engineering principles, coupled with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will architect and oversee the development of robust data platforms, while mentoring and guiding a team of data engineers.
Roles Responsibilities:
- Possesses strong rapid prototyping skills and can quickly translate concepts into working code.
- Provide expert guidance and mentorship to the data engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and standard methodologies.
- Design, develop, and implement robust data architectures and platforms to support business objectives.
- Oversee the development and optimization of data pipelines, and data integration solutions.
- Establish and maintain data governance policies and standards to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
- Architect and manage cloud-based data solutions, using AWS or other preferred platforms.
- Lead and motivate an impactful data engineering team to deliver exceptional results.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex data-related challenges.
- Collaborate closely with business collaborators to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Stay abreast of emerging data technologies and explore opportunities for innovation.
What we expect of you
- We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.
Basic Qualifications:
- Master s degree and 8 to 10 years of computer science and engineering preferred, other Engineering field is considered OR
- Bachelor s degree and 10 to 14 years of computer science and engineering preferred, other Engineering field is considered;
- Diploma and 14 to 18 years of in computer science and engineering preferred, other Engineering field is considered
- Demonstrated proficiency in using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for data engineering solutions. Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and cost optimization strategies.
- Proficient on experience in Python, PySpark, SQL. Handon experience with bid data ETL performance tuning.
- Proven ability to lead and develop impactful data engineering teams.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills to address complex data challenges.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experienced with data modeling and performance tuning for both OLAP and OLTP databases
- Experienced with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow
- Experienced with software engineering best-practices, including but not limited to version control (Git, Subversion, etc. ), CI/CD (Jenkins, Maven etc. ), automated unit testing, and Dev Ops
- Experienced with AWS, GCP or Azure cloud services
Professional Certifications
- AWS Certified Data Engineer preferred
- Databricks Certificate preferred
Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
- High degree of initiative and self-motivation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
- Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
What you can expect of 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.
- In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
