Application Engineer

📌Positions are open to Mexican Citizens and official residents of Mexico.
📍Location: Guadalajara (hybrid)
📌Strong English communication skills required

Must Submit Resume in English

About the AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At Astra Zeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to work!

Job Description

It’s a sophisticated and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Craft your own path, with support all the way. A diverse set of minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.

Accountabilities

The scope of the service covers a large set of scientific solutions.  It is crucial to have a good understanding of the business context and the R&D Processes where the solutions are being used. Working with a specific application often requires in-depth understanding of the business process and scientific awareness in all R&D Domains.

Analysing and further developing Algorithms as well as business workflows is a common activity in the team.

The Java, Unix &Oracle Consultant will work closely with the technical team lead, operational service manager and the E2E capability service manager to ensure sophisticated and timely delivery and service of the different applications. They will also collaborate closely with different application support teams, vendors, and scientists driving the delivery of best-in-class IT services. They will be responsible for ensuring Application Support teams deliver services according to the defined business require, enforce to AstraZeneca global standards, and agreed Service Level Agreements, and are handled in accordance with the IT Service Delivery Framework (ITIL).

To be successful in delivery, they must work very closely with the Application, DB and the Middleware specialists in the infrastructure teams when resolving incidents and problems as well as when testing and deploying new versions of application code or Middleware components.

Another meaningful part of a successful delivery of the service is the close and direct relationship with our customers. Each team member will have regular contact with our customers via phone, IM’s or email.

We expect all members of the team to work in an Agile and Lean way, using fit-for-purpose, low-overhead processes to underpin the work.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience with Java programming and application development/support.
• Solid understanding of PL/SQL - preferable database Oracle, Postgres.
• Any one of these R&D Lab systems (LIMS, Instruments, ELN, OpenLab).
• Experience with supporting RESTful/SOA services.
• Proficient with Linux commands and scripting.
• Analytical and debugging skill is a must.
• Experience working with a WebLogic and IIS server.
• Exposure to ITIL Framework, understanding of the incident, problem, change and release management process.
• Solving and good development experience with Oracle or any other RDBMS
• Experience working on IT Service management tools like Service Now, Remedy or Service Manager
• Proven track record to apply technical knowledge to multiple systems and support multiple business groups and applications
• Liaise with multiple collaborators including users, infrastructure/middleware teams, 3rd party software vendors to resolve issues and potential process improvements
• Clear and concise communication, written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across team boundaries.

Desirable

• No-code / Low-code platforms (Power Automate etc.)
• Familiarity with life sciences (Pharma) domain concepts, workflow and terminology
• Knowledge /education in science or specifically in Chemistry
• Any Experience with package installation in Database
• Experience with writing ETL scripts
• Attitude to support business critical applications
• Experience in setting up and handling application environments.
• Experience working with global teams
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Logical mind with keen analytical skills

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being ambitious - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering innovative methods and bringing unexpected teams together.

So, what’s next!

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer.

AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

Expectation of working in the office 3 days a week statement

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we ignite daring thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working give us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility.

Join us in our outstanding and bold world!!!

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.