Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
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Legend Biotech is seeking a Senior Data Engineer (Contractor) as part of the IT team based in Somerset, NJ.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to build and operate enterprise-grade data pipelines using Microsoft Azure as the orchestration layer and Snowflake as the enterprise data lake/warehouse. This role focuses on reliable ETL/ELT, push/pull data integration patterns, and scalable platform engineering in a GxP / validated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build batch and incremental data pipelines using Azure-native orchestration services to move data into and out of Snowflake.
- Support push and pull architectures across files, APIs, enterprise applications, and external partners.
- Develop curated, consumption-ready datasets in Snowflake using standardized, reusable patterns.
- Implement data quality, and reconciliation controls within pipelines.
- Follow CI/CD and controlled deployment practices across Dev / QA / Prod environments.
- Ensure solutions meet GxP expectations for data integrity, traceability, auditability, and change control.
- Partner with Quality, Validation, and platform teams to support compliance and audit readiness.
- Data Catalog, Metadata & Governance Enablement:
- Publish and maintain data assets, schemas, and lineage in the enterprise data catalog.
- Partner with Data Governance and Business teams to support certified datasets, ownership, and usage transparency.
Requirements
- 10+ years of hands-on data engineering experience.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Azure orchestration/integration services.
- Strong experience working with Snowflake as a data lake/warehouse.
- Proven experience with ETL/ELT and push/pull integration patterns.
- Experience operating in regulated or validated (GxP) environments.
- Strong SQL and data engineering fundamentals.
- Experience with enterprise data platforms and multi-domain data architectures.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, role-based access control, and secure data sharing.
- Experience in Data Catalog tools and implementation.
- Experience integrating ERP, manufacturing, or regulated systems.
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Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with base rates often described as good or above local industry averages. Feedback suggests posted figures for titles like Specialist, Scientist, and certain HR roles sit above common national benchmarks.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) company match that vests on day one is repeatedly highlighted as a standout element. Immediate vesting increases the tangible value of the retirement offering from the start of employment.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO structures commonly include vacation, personal, sick time, floating holidays, and around 11 company holidays. Several postings outline clear day allocations, signaling breadth and clarity in time-off design.
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Legend Biotech is a global, commercial-stage biotechnology company developing and manufacturing novel therapies. We explore and apply innovative technologies to deliver cutting-edge options for patients around the world. Our corporate headquarters is located in Somerset, NJ, and our manufacturing footprint includes facilities in the United States, China and the Belgium.
