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GlaxoSmithKline Senior Software Engineer, UX Engineering in Seattle, Washington
Site Name: Cambridge 300 Technology Square, London The Stanley Building, San Francisco, Seattle Sixth Ave, Warsaw Cirrus Posted Date: Apr 10 2024 The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step- change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity, and reducing time spent on "data mechanics". Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent. Aggressively engineering our data at scale to unlock the value of our combined data assets and predictions in real-time The Senior Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in advancing the technological landscape of GSK, specifically focusing on the design, delivery, and ongoing support of state-of-the-art data driven applications. This role requires a blend of leadership and hands-on technical expertise. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the development, deployment, and maintenance of high-performance applications tailored to meet the unique needs of our scientific user base. This includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand user requirements, designing scalable and efficient application architectures, and ensuring the integration of cutting-edge data analytics and tools. The role demands a proactive approach to staying abreast of the latest technological advancements in application development and software engineering practices, ensuring that our applications not only meet current demands but are also forward compatible with emerging scientific and technological trends. The Senior Software Engineer will also be responsible for mentoring a team of developers. This includes technical coaching, code review and ensuring adherence to best practices in software development lifecycle management. The role also encompasses the maintenance and support of existing applications, guaranteeing security, high availability, reliability, and optimal performance. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong track record in large-scale, application development with a keen understanding of how data-driven applications can accelerate innovation. Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical, are essential to effectively liaise with various stakeholders, including management, IT teams, and scientific personnel, to align technology solutions with business strategies and scientific objectives. Key responsibilities for the Director, UX Engineering include: Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of full-stack, data-driven, cloud applications that serve our scientific community. Develop, measure, and monitor key metrics for all applications and services and consistently seek to iterate on and improve them. Operate and support applications deployed in a production environment. Take loosely defined mock-ups and producing rapid MVPs through to production grade experiences. Mentor junior engineers to develop their technical skills and interpersonal skills. Champion standards and the development of quality software through test automation and best software engineering practices. Work with product teams on product roadmaps and developing end user requirements. Drives a culture of innovation, transparency, and trust. Operate within a qualified environment with a patient first mentality. Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: PhD + 2 years, Masters