Lead Software Engineer

Job Description:

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior AI/ML and Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), as well as experience with AI services from various cloud vendors. Additionally, the candidate should have hands-on experience with Copilot Studio for building agents and conversational virtual bots, API development using Python or Node.js, and full-stack development. Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases, as well as extensive experience with Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Key Vault, PostgresDB, Redis, and OpenAI, is essential. The candidate should also have experience in building REST services using Nest and Node.js, along with team leadership and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML models and solutions using various cloud services (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) to address complex business challenges.

• Utilize Copilot Studio to build and maintain conversational virtual bots and agents, ensuring seamless integration and user interaction.

• Develop and manage RESTful APIs using Python or Node.js, with a focus on building REST services using Nest and Node.js.

• Lead the full-stack development process, including front-end, back-end, and database management, to deliver robust and scalable applications.

• Work with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Key Vault, PostgresDB, Redis, and OpenAI to design, implement, and optimize data storage and security solutions.

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and management to understand requirements, provide updates, and deliver high-quality solutions.

• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in AI/ML, cloud computing, and software development to continuously improve GSK's technology stack.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 5 -8 years of overall experience & 2+ years of relevant experience in AI/ML and software development.

• Proven experience with AI services from different cloud vendors (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).

• Proficiency in using Copilot Studio to build and manage conversational virtual bots and agents.

• Strong programming skills in Python or Node.js for developing RESTful APIs, with specific experience in building REST services using Nest and Node.js.

• Experience as a full-stack developer, with expertise in front-end and back-end technologies.

• Extensive experience with Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Key Vault, PostgresDB, Redis, and OpenAI.

• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of developers, with strong leadership and mentoring skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex technical challenges.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

• Knowledge of data visualization tools and libraries.

• Experience with other programming languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, React, Angular).

Inclusion at GSK:

As an employer committed to Inclusion, we encourage you to reach out if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Please contact our Recruitment Team at IN.recruitment-adjustments@gsk.com to discuss your needs.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

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