[Hiring] Cloud Engineer @WCG Clinical

Role Description

The Cloud Engineer (known internally as the Data & Analytics Engineer) is responsible for delivering business needs end-to-end in an iterative, agile pattern, starting from understanding the requirements to deploying scalable and robust software, utilizing cloud technology and full automation, into production. This role will solve integration needs by supplying and consuming information needed for analytics and operations. We use a variety of technology, from big data to open-source frameworks including AI/ML, to integrate and present meaningful analytical insights into clinical trial business needs and customer uses. Our tools analyze historical data to identify insights, forecast trends, and recommend actionable items to improve clinical trial business and operations. In addition to delivery, the D&A Engineer should have an automation first and continuous improvement mindset, driving the adoption of CI/CD & data ops tools while supporting the improvement of the tool sets/processes. This role requires being fluent in some technologies while being proficient in others and learning on the job to deliver value to both customers and to the business. Necessary attributes of the position include ownership, accountability, and resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (i.e. statistics, applied mathematics, computer science, data mining, machine learning, or some other empirical science) preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a Data or Analytics role with a proven track record of quality software development in a disciplined software development lifecycle.
• 1+ years of experience in the following:
  • Covering Big Data, Streaming, and Data Engineering related technologies such as Spark.
  • Using scripting languages such as Python.
  • Using object-oriented languages such as Java/Scala/C++ or functional programming languages such as Scala.
  • In DevOps/CICD, using technologies such as Docker/Kubernetes.
  • Familiarity with using Databricks or a similar platform for data engineering & data science.
  • Comfortable in configuring and using multiple operating systems (Mac/Windows/*nix).
• Knowledge and/or experience with health care information domains is a plus.

Requirements

• Contribute as part of a scrum team on requirements from a business/product owner and take direction from the tech lead.
• Design, implement, test and release (deliver) technical solutions to business requirements.
• Implement automated release (CICD) for solution delivery.
• Actively participate in the agile delivery process.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and financial protection – Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and flexible spending accounts.
• Resources that support your whole life – Employee assistance programs and work/life balance tools.
• Investment in your growth – Referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, on-the-job training, certification assistance, and continuing education support.
• Time to recharge – Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Pathways forward – Career development opportunities across One WCG.

Company Description

WCG delivers transformational solutions that accelerate clinical research and advance human health. We serve the experts, innovators, and pathfinders on the frontlines of science and medicine—empowering them to develop breakthrough therapies while ensuring the risks of progress never outweigh the value of human life. Together, we stimulate growth, maximize efficiency, and shape the future of clinical trials.