Software Development Engineer
Job Summary
Career Category
Information SystemsJob Description
Join our team atAMGEN Capability Center Portugal consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces ranking by Great Place to Work in 2026 we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201500 employees) reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture.
We are a team of over 500 talented individuals spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise and representing over 40 nationalities. Together we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology.
This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics Digital Technology & Innovation Cybersecurity R&D Operations Global Distribution Finance Regulatory Affairs General & Administrative Human Resources and many more.
Located in the heart of Lisbon our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation excellence and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN supporting our mission To Serve Patients.
What we do at AMGEN matters in peoples lives.
Software Developer
At AMGENTechnologyisntjust a supportfunctionitsa catalyst for discovery transformation and real-world impact. Here your ideas fuel innovation that improves and saves livesof patients in dire need of our medicines. Are you ready to do meaningful work that matters
Live
What youwill do
Lets do this. Lets change the this vital role you will contribute to the development and maintenance of our web applications by working on both front-end and back-end technologies. This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to take on challenges in software development.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain front-end applications using HTML CSS and JavaScript frameworks preferably ReactJS.
Develop and manage back-end services using languages such as Python or leveraging AWS cloud infrastructure.
Create innovative solutions leveraging the latest technologies.
Collaborate with the design and product teams to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements.
Write clean efficient and well-tested code.
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Maintain system uptime and optimal performance
Learn and adapt to new technologies and industry trends
Win
What we expectofyou
We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The tech professional weseekis a creative problem-solver and a team player with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Masters degree
OR
Bachelors degree and 2 years of software development experience
Or
Associates degree and 6 years of software development experience
Or
High school diploma / GED and 8 years of software development experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Functional Skills:
Must-Have Skills:
Hands on experience with web development proficient with HTML CSS JavaScript
Hands on experience with backend development proficient with SQL/NoSQL database proficient in Python and SQL
Ability to learn new technologies quickly. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Good-to-Have Skills:
Experienced with API integration serverless microservices architecture.
Experience in SQL/NOSQL database vector database for large language models
Experience with popular large language models
Experience with various frameworks like Langchain or llamaIndex for developing applications
Experience with prompt engineering model fine tuning
Experience with DevOps CICD build and deployment pipeline
Experience with design patterns data structures test-driven development.
Professional Certifications:
Cloud Computing 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.
Thrive
What you can expectofus
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others we also care deeply for our teammates well-being and growth.
Work That Matters Build tech that accelerates scientific breakthroughs and helps patients worldwide.
Modern Tech Stack Cloud-first automation-focused AI-powered.
Global Scale Agile Mindset Collaborate across continents while working in nimble high-impact teams.
Continuous Learning Access to certificationstrainings mentorship and career mobility.
AMGENTotal Rewards Plan Comprehensive benefits in healthcare finance and well-being.
Flexibility Hybrid work model with time split between our Lisbon office and remote work.
APPLY NOW
Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provideda reasonableaccommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process to perform crucial job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to requestan accommodation.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. As an organization dedicated to improving the ... View more