Principal Software Engineer- Data Platforms

IDBS

Woking, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Build and operate production data pipelines
Work with unstructured and structured data
Deliver high-quality data systems
IDBS is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for Data Platforms to lead the development and enhancement of their data capabilities, aimed at supporting AI and analytics in the BioPharma sector. This role emphasizes hands-on experience with data pipelines and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable data systems while fostering a collaborative team environment

Job Summary

  • Lead the hands-on delivery of reliable, scalable data pipelines and datasets that power AI discoverability, analytics, reporting, and workflow automation across scientific, clinical, and enterprise data.
  • Build, evolve, and operate data ingestion and processing capabilities for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data, supporting the transition from early prototypes through early adoption and general release.
  • Act as a technical leader by setting a high bar for data engineering practices, mentoring engineers through code and delivery, and unblocking complex data challenges within the team.

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IDBS is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for Data Platforms to lead the development and enhancement of their data capabilities, aimed at supporting AI and analytics in the BioPharma sector. This role emphasizes hands-on experience with data pipelines and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable data systems while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • build and operate production data pipelines
  • work with unstructured and structured data
  • deliver high-quality data systems
  • enable data for AI and reporting
  • technical leadership and mentorship

Nice-to-have

  • support GenAI and NLP use cases
  • cloud-based data platforms
  • regulated or quality-sensitive domains

Key Requirements

  • Significant hands-on experience
  • Strong practical experience
  • Proven ability to deliver
  • Experience enabling data
  • Demonstrated principal-level impact

Work Rights

Not specified

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