Roche
Healthcare
SWTechnicalLead-DataPlatforms
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“SW Technical Lead - Data Platforms at Roche. Skills: Data Platforms, Microservices, AWS, Java. Act as strategic leader. Define tasks for others”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver end-to-end experiences to the End Users; Deliver exceptional products
Industry & Context.
Solve organization-wide technical problems; Remove obstacles for teams; Solve complex problems; Remove obstacles for technical teams
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years proven experience driving cross-functional collaboration, deep understanding of data processing principles, AI-readiness data needs, experience in building solutions for data experts, deep expertise in multiple technology areas, ability to select and apply appropriate technologies, proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, AWS, ECS, Docker, PostgreSQL, GitOps, Event-driven architecture, understanding of software development lifecycle practices, performance tuning, scalability, excellent knowledge of market-available software development tooling, expertise in cybersecurity best practices, comprehensive knowledge of software validation, regulatory processes, software quality management practices, ability to remove obstacles for technical teams, proven ability to anticipate future technical challenges, Fluency in English
Nice to Have
Kubernetes a plus
What You'll Do.
Act as strategic leader
Define tasks for others
Drive large-scale initiatives
Provide global-level support
Share knowledge internationally
Shape technical direction
Set high standards for code quality
Remove obstacles for teams
Improve developer productivity
Improve software development lifecycle
Provide strategic technical guidance
Set direction for digital product development
Lead strategic transition to microservices
Ensure domain boundaries respected
Ensure performance remains high
Take ownership of new components
Cooperate with multidisciplinary team
Deliver end-to-end experiences
Drive successful M/L initiatives
Leverage team strengths
Grasp stakeholder ecosystems
Provide direction for goals
Support innovative initiatives
Share knowledge in events
Engage in RDT activities
Contribute to technical knowledge
Drive innovative solutions
Design new approaches
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Drive cross-functional collaboration; Align disparate engineering efforts; Cooperate with multidisciplinary team; Leverage team strengths effectively; Act as coach and/or lead for others; Coordinate with appropriate Roche experts
Communication Scope
Share knowledge internationally; Give speeches; Share knowledge in local/international events; Share knowledge in knowledge-sharing initiatives
Process & Methodology
Drive successful Medium to Large (M/L) initiatives
Full Job Description
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. ## ### The Position ****SW Technical Lead - Data Platforms**** As a Custom Software Developer, you will act as a strategic leader and innovator. You will define tasks for others, drive large-scale initiatives, and mentor colleagues to foster growth. This role involves providing global-level support for technical initiatives, sharing knowledge internationally, and shaping the organization's technical direction. You will possess deep expertise across multiple technology areas, set high standards for code quality and security, and remove obstacles for teams, continuously improving developer productivity and the overall software development lifecycle. ****The Opportunity:**** * **Scope:** Provide strategic technical guidance and set the direction for digital product development in alignment with business goals and priorities. * **Architectural Evolution:****** Lead the strategic transition from a modular monolith to microservices, ensuring domain boundaries are respected and performance remains high. Take ownership of the development of new components and ideas as you cooperate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver end-to-end experiences to the End Users. * **Accountability/Problem Solving:** Define tasks for others and drive successful Medium to Large (M/L) initiatives at the Product or Product Line level. Challenge others in a growth-enabling way, leverage team strengths effectively, and act as a coach and/or lead for others. * **Stakeholder Management:** Possess a strong grasp of stakeholder ecosystems and their
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