TECHFull-time
Engineer - Fullstack
By Admin · IT & Software in Life Sciences
CHENNAI (IN)HYBRIDPOSTED: 9/8/2026
TECHFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONASTRAZENECAPharmaceuticals / Biopharmaceuticals / Healthcare
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Responsibilities
Develop, validate, and deliver resilient full-stack applications and cloud-native services using Java, Spring Boot, and React (TypeScript) to optimize digital healthcare workflows.
Design, build, and maintain high-performance REST APIs and manage relational database integrations (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL) to support internal systems.
Translate enterprise architecture, security, and regulatory compliance standards into maintainable, reliable software solutions.
Write robust unit and component test plans using testing frameworks like Jest to support continuous integration and maintain high quality code standards.
Containerize and deploy applications using Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and YAML within scalable cloud environments.
Participate in distributed Scrum agile teams, collaborating with platform engineers, architects, project managers, and global stakeholders.
Maintain operational application deployments, solve technical issues, and improve platform reliability through monitoring, automation, and clear runbook documentation.
Experiment with modern AI services and Large Language Models (LLMs), including vector-based similarity, to build intelligent features where appropriate.
Technical & Domain Standards
Maintain hands-on expertise in end-to-end full-stack software development: Java, Spring Boot, React, TypeScript, REST APIs, and SQL.
Implement cloud infrastructure and CI/CD automation leveraging Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS, and YAML configuration.
Leadership & Business Impact
Own well-scoped user stories and scale responsibilities to lead code reviews, performance tuning, and architectural design alignment.
Drive efficiency across global healthcare research, manufacturing, and commercial platforms to accelerate medicine delivery to patients worldwide.
Benefits & Total Rewards
High-impact engineering position in a global biopharmaceutical technology hub.
Comprehensive corporate compensation, professional development programs, hackathons, and flexible hybrid working options (minimum 3 days in office).
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
Java
Spring Boot
React
TypeScript
REST APIs
SQL
Oracle
PostgreSQL
Docker
Kubernetes
Terraform
Jest
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Salaries for Full-Stack Engineers with 4+ years of experience in Chennai's IT and healthcare technology hubs offer competitive market packages, complemented by corporate performance bonuses, health insurance, and learning subsidies.
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines. The company operates in various therapeutic areas, including Oncology, Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, and Respiratory & Immunology. AstraZeneca is committed to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
TEAM SIZE: 89,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Pharmaceuticals / Biopharmaceuticals / Healthcare
EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP
This Full-Stack Engineering role within AstraZeneca's digital technology division provides a defined career progression path towards Senior Fullstack Engineer, Technical Lead, Solution Architect, or Engineering Manager. Developers gain extensive cross-domain exposure across cloud infrastructure, modern AI/LLM integration, and biopharmaceutical digital operations, positioning them well for high-impact global technology leadership roles.
APPLICATION ADVISORY
Highlight strong proficiency in Java/Spring Boot microservices alongside React (TypeScript) and hands-on exposure to cloud tools (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS) in your resume. Be ready to discuss full-stack feature delivery, REST API optimization, and unit testing strategies using Jest during technical discussions.
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