Principal Software Engineer

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The Role
The Principal Software Engineer at Parexel will design and implement complex data solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies, lead the adoption of DevOps practices, develop advanced analytics solutions, and mentor junior team members, ensuring application performance and collaborating with stakeholders.
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When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
 
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Senior Software Engineer with a focus on Azure full-stack development, including Databricks, DevOps, and PowerApps:

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Design, development, and implementation of complex data solutions using Microsoft Azure PaaS services, with a focus on Databricks, DevOps, and PowerApps in a medallion architecture setting.
  • Architect and build robust data pipelines leveraging Databricks, Azure Data Factory, and other relevant Azure services.
  • Develop and implement advanced analytics solutions using PowerBI and integrate them with other Azure services.
  • Drive the adoption of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing across the development lifecycle.
  • Create and validate prototypes to demonstrate proposed solutions and gather stakeholder feedback.
  • Implement and champion test-driven development and continuous integration processes within the team.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical leads to define and clarify requirements, estimate development efforts, and create comprehensive work plans.
  • Conduct thorough code reviews and mentor junior team members in best practices for Azure full-stack development.
  • Proactively optimize application performance and scalability through benchmarking and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
  • Work closely with Quality Assurance and Operations teams to ensure smooth deployment and resolution of issues across all environments.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance for the development and integration of PowerApps solutions within the Azure ecosystem.
  • Stay current with the latest Azure technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact on current and future projects.

Requirements & Skills:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 8+years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in cloud computing, preferably with Microsoft Azure.
  • Extensive experience with Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, or similar big data processing platforms.
  • Strong proficiency in Azure DevOps, including expertise in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and deploying PowerApps solutions integrated with Azure services.
  • Advanced knowledge of Azure PaaS services, including but not limited to Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Azure Kubernetes Service.
  • Expert-level skills in SQL, Python, and PowerBI for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
  • Solid understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices for cloud-native applications.
  • Proven track record of leading and mentoring technical teams in delivering complex, enterprise-scale Azure solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert are highly desirable.
  • This role requires a seasoned professional who can provide technical leadership, drive innovation, and deliver high-quality Azure full-stack solutions while mentoring team members and collaborating effectively across the organization.

Top Skills

Python
SQL
The Company
HQ: Durham, North Carolina
20,524 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com.

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