Senior Software Engineer

Job Description We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team in Prague. As a member of the APEX team, you will be responsible for developing various web applications with a focus on AI use-cases for our business within the pharmaceutical company. You will be working in a cross-functional agile team and contribute to architecture, prototyping, and development, and strive for successful delivery of quality solutions. Responsibilities Collaborate within a cross-functional agile team to develop applicationsWrite clean, efficient, and reusable code using TypeScript and / or PythonParticipate in technical discussions, code reviews, and contribute ideas for improving the application's architecture, scalability, and performanceStay updated with the latest software engineering patterns and principles to continuously improve the applicationWork closely with product owners, UX designers and other functions to deliver high-quality software Qualifications Strong knowledge of software engineering principles and best practicesProficiency in TypeScript (JS) or PythonSolid experience with React, HTML, and CSS for front-end developmentExperience with AWS/Azure and TerraformExperience with Docker (Kubernetes is a big plus)Excellent communication and teamwork skillsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative, agile environmentUnderstanding of DevOps principles and experience with GitHub (GH Actions is a big plus)Understanding of secure software development principlesFlexibility and willingness to learn new / different technology skillsExperience with and active usage of developer AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot / Claude Code / Cursor / Kiro / etc.)Understanding and experience with Spec-driven Development is a plus What We Offer Exciting work in a great team, global projects, international environmentOpportunity to learn and grow professionally within the company globallyHybrid working model, flexible role patternCompetitive salary & incentive payPension and health insurance contributionsInternal reward system and referral scheme5 weeks annual leave, 5 sick days, 15 days of certified sick leave paid above statutory requirements annually, 40 paid hours annually for volunteering activities, 12 weeks of parental contributionCafeteria for tax free benefits according to your choice (meal vouchers, sport, culture, health, travel, etc.), Multisport CardVodafone, Raiffeisen Bank, Foodora, and discount programmesUp-to-date laptop and iPhoneParking in the garage, showers, refreshments, massage chairs, library, music corner Ready to take up the challenge? Apply now! Know anybody who might be interested? Refer this job! Required Skills Agile Methodology, Agile Team Practices, Application Architecture Design, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, DevOps Architecture, Engineering Software, GitHub, Kubernetes, Prototyping, Quality Management, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, System Integration, Teamwork, Testing, Web Development, Web Page Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status Regular Relocation No relocation VISA Sponsorship No Travel Requirements 10% Flexible Work Arrangements Hybrid Shift 1st - Day Valid Driving License No Hazardous Material(s) n/a Job Posting End Date 09/5/2026 A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID R397409