Engineer II, Data Systems
Norwood, MN - USA
Job Summary
The Role:
Moderna is seeking a candidate to drive the design development and delivery of digital manufacturing data management solutions this role youll develop and deliver modern data driven integration solutions that connect manufacturing systems automate processes and enable smarter data-driven decisions across the enterprise.
The individual will collaborate with cross-functional digital data and manufacturing teams to create seamless integrations between systems APIs and databases. Ensuring performance scalability and maintainability within a structured software development lifecycle.
Heres What Youll Do
Support 24x7 operations for critical data and manufacturing systems ensuring high availability reliability and rapid issue resolution across global sites.
Monitor troubleshoot and resolve production incidents impacting data pipelines integrations and downstream systems acting as a key escalation point during off-hours and on-call rotations.
Maintain and improve data system performance stability and resilience through proactive monitoring alerting and root cause analysis.
Execute incident response change management and release support activities to minimize operational risk and downtime.
Partner closely with manufacturing quality IT OT and data engineering teams to support operational continuity and evolving business needs.
Automate routine operational tasks and improve runbooks SOPs and monitoring dashboards to drive operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts identifying recurring issues and driving systemic fixes rather than short-term patches.
Ensure systems operate in alignment with GxP and data integrity requirements supporting audits and inspections as needed.
Balance operational support with active engineering contributions dedicating available capacity during low incident periods to planned engineering work that improves platform reliability and scalability.
Design develop and enhance data integration solutions that connect manufacturing systems APIs and databases with a focus on robustness performance and maintainability.
Heres What Youll Need (Basics Qualifications)
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or another relevant academic discipline.
2-5 years of experience developing and maintaining integration solutions or web applications using modern technologies.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
Ability to work first second or third shifts to support 24/7 operation.
Ability to provide rotational on-call model for weekend support.
This position is site-based requiring you to be at Modernas site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.
At Moderna we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.
Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.
Proven experience as a Data Integration Engineer Software Developer or similar role.
Strong JavaScript and GraphQL development skills.
Experience with Data Visualization and BI tools such as Grafana Tableau or Power BI.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exposure to working in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment and familiarity with the manufacturing process
Exposure to DeltaV Syncade Apprentice Tempo Aveva SCADA Aveva PI vsphere or other manufacturing systems
Exposure to front-end development (HTML CSS JavaScript).
Experience with deployment of containerized applications using Kubernetes EKS.
Exposure to manufacturing standards such as ISA-95 (enterprise integration models) and PackML (machine state models)
Proficiency with GraphQL APIs and Graph databases.
Proficiency with relational databases (MSSQL PostgresQL).
A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on cross-functional teams.
Builder mentality that seeks to enable innovation agility and velocity to support business-as-usual operations and new project implementation.
Proactive and curious with a bias for action and a passion for solving complex problems with elegant solutions.
A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.
Best-in-class healthcare coverage plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness mindfulness and mental health support
Family planning benefits including fertility adoption and surrogacy support
Generous paid time off including vacation volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown
Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future
Location-specific perks and extras
About Moderna
Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.
By living our mission values and mindsets every day our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients our employees the environment and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine we invite you to visit to learn more about our current opportunities.
Our Working Model
As we build our company we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation teamwork and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn contribute and make a meaningful impact.
Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.
Equal Opportunities
Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry or citizenship ethnicity disability military or protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital or familial status or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day please apply!
Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.
Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at .
Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such employment is contingent upon the applicants ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens permanent residents asylees or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license. #LI-NB1-
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About Company
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