SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Introduction to Role Are you an experienced software engineer passionate about developing innovative solutions using microservices, APIs, and Cloud technologies? At AstraZeneca, your expertise will contribute to developing impactful web, mobile, and serverless backend solutions that make a difference in patients' lives.
We prioritize patients and strive to meet their unmet needs globally.
Our work environment encourages entrepreneurial thinking, collaboration, and bold innovation.
If you are proactive, confident in leading, and curious about technology's potential, we invite you to join our team.
Welcome to the Guadalajara Global IT Center (GITC), one of AstraZeneca's key locations.
We foster a collaborative culture where everyone can be their true selves.
As part of the Enterprise Capabilities and Solutions (ECS) – Software Engineering (SE) Guadalajara group, you will lead the development of custom web and mobile applications using agile methodologies, Cloud, and DevOps practices.
We believe in autonomy, mastery, and respect for people as essential to growth and innovation.
Join us to continue building high-performance teams that share our vision.
Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor an agile software development team in designing and architecting secure back-end solutions for mobile and web applications.
Develop and implement robust back-end components for mobile and web apps, ensuring high performance and scalability.
Dedicate time to advancing your skills, exploring new technologies, and building Proofs of Concept (PoCs) to drive innovation.
Ensure code quality by writing comprehensive automated unit and acceptance tests.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and technical requirements.
Essential Skills and Experience Extensive experience in software development with proficiency in Python, Java, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
Strong expertise in SQL/NoSQL databases and designing APIs and Microservices.
Experience leading teams and projects, with experience in agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban).
Experience with Node.
s, serverless applications on AWS, and Linux environments.
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for learning and innovation.
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with global teams.
Desirable Skills and Experience Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
Knowledge of Event-Driven Architectures.
Familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), or pair programming.
Experience with Front-End technologies such as Angular and React.
Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
Our Work Environment At AstraZeneca, we bring together diverse teams to encourage bold thinking and life-changing innovations.
We value in-person collaboration, typically working three days a week from the office, while respecting individual flexibility needs.
In our Technology division, you'll be empowered to take ownership, explore new ideas, and challenge the status quo.
Participate in hackathons, work with large data sets, and push the boundaries of technology.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now! Date Posted 29-nov- Closing Date 09-ene- AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.
We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.
We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Somos una compañía biofarmacéutica global e innovadora.
En AstraZeneca nos enfocamos en el potencial de la ciencia para hacer frente a las necesidades no cubiertas de los pacientes en todo el mundo.
Nos comprometemos en aquellas áreas en las que creemos que realmente podemos cambiar el curso de la medicina y hacer realidad nuevas grandes ideas.
Somos un lugar donde la libertad de pensamiento y la creatividad alimentan nuestra determinación por marcar la diferencia a través de la ciencia.
Nuestra ciencia vive más allá de nuestros laboratorios.
Nuestra perspectiva global significa que utilizamos el talento y la experiencia de todo el mundo para hacer que nuestros medicamentos sean exitosos.
En AstraZeneca el único que puede poner límites al alcance de su carrera eres tú.
Con los conocimientos adecuados y la pasión te ayudaremos a explorar lo que AstraZeneca puede ofrecerte.
Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking.
We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge.
We find creative ways to approach new challenges.
We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions.
As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people.
Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab.
Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you.
to help you realise the full breadth of your potential.
Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others.
And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day.
This is your life at AstraZeneca.