Job Description
Career CategoryInformation SystemsJob DescriptionJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.What you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will enhance the Copado pipelines by introducing automations and self-service capabilities, further optimizing and accelerating the Salesforce development lifecycle for Amgen’s Salesforce DevOps Platform.Roles & Responsibilities:Manages and supervises the Salesforce release pipeline using Copado, ensuring efficient deployments to minimize downtime and disruption to the business.Works closely with Product Owners and Development Teams to plan and schedule releases, providing guidance on release dependencies, technical constraints, and risks.Supports the development teams in automating build, test, and deployment processes, enabling continuous integration and continuous delivery in the Salesforce ecosystem.Provides ongoing support and troubleshooting for post-release issues, ensuring timely resolution of any problems that arise.Maintain and optimize Amgen's existing Salesforce CI/CD delivery pipeline and processes - streamlining current processes with a focus on automationPartner with Development Teams to ensure agile software delivery and DevOps practices are applied to move most effectively within our CI/CD pipelineStay abreast of the latest trends in DevOps methodologies and emerging industry solutions.Research Salesforce capabilities as needed to suit business requirements, and provide gap analysisWork closely with other developers in the team including business analyst, QA analyst and project managersDevelop innovative solution using generative AI technologiesConduct code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency to standard methodologiesCreate and maintain documentation on software architecture, design, deployment, disaster recovery, and operationsDesign, develop, and implement applications and modules, including custom reports, interfaces, and enhancementsAnalyze and understand the functional and technical requirements of applications, solutions and systems and translate them into software architecture and design specificationsDevelop and implement unit tests, integration tests, and other testing strategies to ensure the quality of the softwareIdentify and resolve software bugs and performance issuesMaintain detailed documentation of software designs, code, and development processesWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.Basic Qualifications:Master’s degree and 1 to 3 years ofComputer Science, IT or related field experience ORBachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years of Computer Science, IT or related field experience ORDiploma and 7 to 9 years of Computer Science, IT or related field experiencePreferred Qualifications:3+ years of experience as a Salesforce Engineer or Release Manager with expertise in Salesforce Metadata API.In-depth knowledge of Salesforce development, including declarative and programmatic solutions.Hands-on experience with the Salesforce security model, including OWD, sharing rules, profiles, and permissions.Experience with version control systems like GitGood-to-Have Skills:Proficient in Apex, JavaScript, Python, Bash/Shell, and other relevant programming languages.Proven experience developing and managing Salesforce CI/CD pipelines using SFDX, ANT, or packaged solutions like Copado.Strong understanding of CI/CD concepts, integration methodologies, and relevant technologies.Experience integrating off-platform solutions (e.g., testing platforms, code scanning) with CI/CD pipelines.Professional Certifications:Salesforce Platform BuilderSalesforce Developer 1Salesforce Development Lifecycle DesignerCopado Fundamentals I/II (Admin / Developer)What you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.Apply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.com.
