Principal Data Engineer
Introduction to Role:
Join us at AstraZeneca's Alexion as a Principal Data Engineer, a key member of the Data Team. This role offers the opportunity to design and oversee the creation of automated data pipelines, implement best practices for data analytics, supervise data model solutions, and offer strategic insights based on data queries. If you are self-directed, have exceptional attention to detail, advanced computational and programming skills, and the capacity to rapidly develop and act upon in-depth knowledge of our business, products, and processes, this role is for you!
Accountabilities:
Design, enhance and optimize ELT processes.
Work with Data Analysts and different stakeholders to determine the data requirements of the various Alexion functions and implement design concepts to support the implementation of data product self-service solutions. Document the requirements and solution outcome.
Proven ability to design, articulate, and deliver complex, large-scale data solutions that are scalable, robust, secure, and resilient.
Collaborate with Data Management team in implementing and managing data strategies that optimizes metadata, lineage, and quality standards in building FAIR data products.
Support development and availability of information assets in the form of data services and products for internal and external consumption to ensure consistency and strategic alignment of all BI and analytics needs.
Ability to understand and develop ELT processes with our set of tools, Python, and SQL queries to create aggregates/cubes/marts for data solutions, based on end user requirements.
Assess new data sources to better understand availability and quality of data.
Create, design, and maintain reusable datasets for AI projects.
Provide governance and best practices of data structures, data integrity, and querying.
Manage and continuously improve support processes and deliverables related to information delivery - working in partnership with the Managed Services team.
Responsible for identifying, capturing, and managing system defects and root cause assessments.
Mentor and train personnel within and outside of the information delivery group for data requests.
Essential Skills/Experience:
- A Bachelor's Degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5 years or more of experience in data engineering, business analysis and data management.
- Experience designing and developing methods to consolidate and analyze structured and unstructured data.
- Experience developing advanced software applications, algorithms, querying and automated processes.
- Proficiency in Python and technologies such as dbt, Fivetran, Glue, S3, GitHub (CI/CD), Apache Airflow (MWAA), Snowflake.
- Solid understanding of analytic data architecture and data modelling concepts.
- Previous experience working with upstream source systems like Veeva CRM, Salesforce, Google Analytics, SAP.
- Expertise in designing solutions for handling large files with various structures.
- Familiarity with data governance, data quality, testing tools like Collibra, Soda, Experian.
- Project management skills and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Team leadership skills like providing constructive feedbacks and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences industry experience
- AWS Architecture Framework knowledge and certification
- SnowPro Core certification
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca's Alexion, we bring patients closer. We are built to serve patients. Everything we do is led by their lived experience. We champion diversity. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and closer to each other. Combined with our brave pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare.
Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. Here your career is not just a path but a journey to making a difference where it truly counts. People living with rare diseases are our inspiration. We believe it is our responsibility to listen to them and change their lives. Every day we change lives. Every day builds a better tomorrow. Here it means more.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us in our mission to change lives!
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.