Lead - Software Development & Research Informatics Job in Syngene International

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designation: Lead - Software Development & Research Informatics

Job Location: Bangalore

Department: Research Informatics

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

Job Purpose:

• Lead the development of applications and solutions for client requirements and to support Research Informatics activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Software Development and Engineering team in the development of new software, web applications and informatics solutions.
• Lead the continued support for existing applications and applications currently in development.
• Oversee implementation and infrastructure initiatives, software updates.
• Actively support the research informatics group in software planning and development.
• Provide thought leadership in technology direction, best practices in development and coding enterprise-class solutions.
• Responsible for overseeing training, hiring, performance of the software development team.
• Participate in the Research Informatics senior leadership team representing the technology perspective as well as the overarching strategic objectives of the business.
• Grow and lead a best-in-class development organization by supporting an open and highly collaborative work environment that fosters high engagement, performance and commitment among all members of the technology team.

• Follow environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace ensuring individual and lab/plant safety

• Ensure environment, health, and safety (EHS) measures are imparted via training and adhered within the team

Educational Qualification:

• B. Tech /M. Tech/ MS in Computer Science/Engineering/Applications

Technical/functional Skills:

• Experience with large scale software development and good understanding of different software architecting, design and development methodologies
• Experience in multiple backend languages (Java, Python, C++) and popular frameworks (Django, Flask, Spring, JSF, GWT and java script frameworks including React, Angular, Node.js)
• Experience with Databases (MySql, PostgresSQL, MongoDB), Webservers (Apache) and UI/UX Design elements
• Experience with popular project management, code management tools, Integrated Development Environments
• Good understanding of Continuous improvement/Continuous Development pipelines
• Good Understanding of cloud services models (PaaS, SaaS, IaaS)
• Possess the knowledge and exposure to environment, health, and safety (EHS) practices

Experience:

• 12+ years of industry experience in software product development and project management

Behavioral Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Solid commitment to customer service with good initiative and follow-through
• Expert ability to assess problems and quickly formulate the correct solution

• Team leadership experience with proven ability to communicate with key customer and internal stakeholders

• Ability to set goals, manage individual / team performance, demonstrated ability to organize people and activities to achieve goals

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and strong collaboration skills

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.