Senior Backend Engineer

Let's build a healthier future, together By combining our unique strengths, we are redefining healthcare through sustainable action and innovation. For a behind-the-scenes look, check out this video to see how we at Roche are making personalized health care a reality. 

The mySugr GmbH was acquired by Roche in 2017 and our Vienna office is one of Roche's global sites. You will be located here, in the heart of Vienna, no matter if you work on a mySugr, Accu-Chek, navify or any other Roche product or solution. You can read more about the history of mySugr & Roche here.

Here's what we're looking for:

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Backend - Django) who will have a significant impact on the software development process and moving your entire team forward. Your main contribution will be writing code while acting as a role model for the entire development team. You apply your experience in architectural and technical decision making, ensuring high code quality and contribute your technical knowledge as a foundation for strategic product decisions, identifying and driving improvements of the product development process and its infrastructure.

Essential skills for this mission:

• You have at least 5 years of experience working as a Software Engineer with good knowledge of Python and the Django DRF framework

• You have a degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent technical knowledge

• You are well acquainted with relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL, and have experience with RESTful APIs

• You have a passion for clean code and solid, future-proof architectures and you have testing in mind while you develop production code

• You are able and open to learn new technologies and processes

What you will be working with:

We are always trying to stay on top of the game and use modern tools and approaches standardized across the industry.

• Our codebase is Python-first, leveraging Django DRF, and integrates with PostgreSQL databases.

• Unit tests and continuous integration (CI/CD pipelines) are an important and integral part of our development process. We know there is no excuse not to write tests and the only way to go fast is to go well.

• You will be working with Docker for containerization, and knowledge of AWS IaC is beneficial.

• You will learn about the wide range of technologies we employ, gaining a rich understanding of the specific requirements of medical & non-medical software, be it security, risk management, safe and resilient programming, or certifications and audits.

What to expect:

• Ambitious and passionate people building meaningful products for a global audience

• An innovative agile working environment allowing for collaboration with really smart people and knowledge sharing in cross-functional teams 

• Loads of benefits (brand new Apple hardware, fitness, public transport, lunch benefit, language classes, professional training budget, chance to join global conferences...)

• Flexible working hours and home office policy, 5 weeks vacation

• An amazing office with a rooftop terrace, fully stocked kitchen and amazing barista coffee machines in the middle of Vienna… oh, and did we mention the best team in the world

In Austria, we have a legal obligation to disclose the minimum salary according to our collective agreement, which is gross EUR per month for this position. But Rest assured, we offer amazing competitive compensation packages which take into consideration current market trends, therefore you can expect a higher offer that reflects your experience level.

Who we are and what we care about?

We are committed to providing a healthy, equal and inclusive working environment for our employees to bring true relief to the patient We care about family friendly career paths, sustainability, a healthy lifestyle and the flexibility of a modern workplace. We maintain a culture of learning and sharing, as well as open and candid feedback. At every level, there are many opportunities to develop and grow - both professionally and personally. 

As a healthcare pioneer committed to transforming the lives of billions of people around the globe, we push boundaries to redefine what is possible. We know that early, accurate diagnosis is essential to maintain health, prevent disease and help advance new, targeted treatments and potential cures for the world's most serious health problems. We have a passion for innovation and a profound commitment to make a lasting impact on society by continuing to improve the standard of care for humankind. Our culture inspires us to create healthcare that is sustainable, efficient and financially viable. Healthcare that is built on people's needs, strong data and clinical insights. Healthcare that saves lives.

Interested? Great. We'd like to hear from you Just click that "Apply Now" button and send us your CV in English …. and anything else that you think might impress us.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.