Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Security & Compliance: Enforce adherence to security standards (e.g., OWASP) and compliance policies across systems and processes.
• Secure CI/CD Pipelines: Design and implement secure CI/CD workflows integrating tools like SAST, DAST, and vulnerability scanners.
• Cloud Security & Governance: Manage and secure Azure and AWS environments with a focus on compliance, IAM, and governance.
• DevSecOps & Automation: Automate security and infrastructure tasks using scripting (Python, Bash) and tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Application Architecture: Architect secure, scalable APIs, microservices, and serverless solutions using Azure/AWS-native services.
• Full-Stack Development: Lead full-stack development using modern front-end (React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end (Node.js, Python, Java) technologies.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Implement and secure containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Database Design & Integration: Develop and manage relational (PostgreSQL, MSSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) database solutions.
• Project & Agile Delivery: Drive project roadmaps, risk mitigation, and agile delivery practices across cross-functional teams.
• Technical Leadership: Mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and foster best practices in secure and scalable software engineering.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, with specialized training or certifications in cloud architecture (Azure/AWS), DevSecOps, and full-stack development.

• Deep expertise in both Azure and AWS cloud platforms, including services like Azure Functions, Azure Security Center, AWS Lambda, and AWS Security Hub.
• Strong knowledge of DevSecOps practices, including containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), IAM, and secure application deployment.
• Comprehensive understanding of agile methodologies and project delivery frameworks.
• Hands-on experience in full-stack development, including modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular) and back-end technologies (Node.js, Python, Java).
• Proficiency in setting up secure, scalable APIs and designing microservices architecture.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams, conduct code reviews, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, Github Actions), scripting (Python, Bash), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in highly regulated environments, ideally within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Advanced certifications in cloud platforms (such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect) or recognized credentials in DevSecOps, Agile, or project management.

Benefits and Rewards CZ:

Monthly pension contribution matching your individual contribution up to 3% of your gross monthly base salary; Risk Life Insurance (full cost covered by Novartis); 5-week holiday per year; (1 week above the Labour Law requirement); 4 paid sick days within one calendar year in case of absence due to sickness without a medical sickness report; Cafeteria employee benefit program – choice of benefits from Benefit Plus Cafeteria in the amount of 17,500 CZK per year; Meal vouchers in amount of 105 CZK for each working day (full tax covered by company); Company car / Car Allowance; MultiSport Card, Employee Share Purchase Plan. Find out more about Novartis Business Services: https://www.novartis.cz

Accessibility and accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all

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