Software Development Engineer-Test I

At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Software Development Engineer-Test I

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will offers a unique opportunity to join a fun, innovative engineering team within the AI & Data Science (AI&D) - organization. You'll work on next-generation capabilities and services in Applied AI & Automation using innovative COTS products, open-source software, frameworks, tools, and cloud computing services. The role also emphasizes demonstrating these capabilities to support critical business operations and initiatives, in ensuring quality, compliance, and performance across Amgen's Applied AI & Automation Footprint.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of enterprise automation solutions & platforms, with a solid focus on computer systems validation including test automation, test planning, execution, and defect management. You will work closely with product owners, developers, and QA teams to validate systems against business and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in ensuring that automation solutions meet performance, security, and compliance expectations across the development lifecycle, especially in GxP-regulated environments.

• Build out test engineering practices, standards, community and lead by execution in creating a new culture around the test automation demeanor.
• Design, develop and maintain automated and manual test cases based on functional and non-functional requirements.
• Perform responsibilities in compliance with GxP and Computer System Validation (CSV) regulations, ensuring proper documentation, execution, and consistency to regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) to ensure full test coverage.
• Log, track and manage defects using tools such as HP ALM or JIRA, ensuring clear documentation and traceability.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), working closely with business collaborators.
• Execute tests including Systems Integration Testing (SIT), Operational Qualification (OQ), and regression testing.
• Execute test scripts provided by analysts, focusing on accuracy and completeness of testing.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure all identified bugs and issues are addressed and resolved effectively.
• Support automation testing efforts by building and maintaining scripts in tools like UiPath Test Suite, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cycles, supporting audit readiness and compliance.

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The [vital attribute] professional we seek is a [type of person] with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree / Master's degree and 2 to 6 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in application testing and automation frameworks

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong experience in designing and executing both manual and automated test cases based on functional and non-functional requirements.
• Strong knowledge of test lifecycle documentation including test plans, RTMs, OQ protocols, and summary reports
• Hands-on experience with UiPath Test Suite, Selenium, Postman, or similar tools.
• Experience in validated (GxP) environments and with CSV practices

• Develop, enhance, and maintain test automation scripts using data-driven, keyword-driven, or hybrid frameworks, enabling reusable, scalable, and maintainable test coverage across systems.
• Proficient in creating test lifecycle documentation (RTMs, OQ protocols, test plans, reports) and supporting end-to-end testing within regulated GxP and CSV-compliant computer systems, ensuring consistency to validation, audit, and documentation standards
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and continuous testing practices
• Strong test design and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools for integrating testing into DevOps pipelines.
• Experience collaborating with multi-functional teams, particularly within healthcare or pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience in handling product features for PI planning and developing product roadmaps and user journeys
• Able to communicate complex subject matters in business terms
• Familiarity with GxP, CFR 21 Part 11 and systems validation

• ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Level Certification (Optional but valuable)
• Certified CSV/Validation Professional (Optional but valuable)
• SAFe Agile Tester Certification (Optional but valuable)

• Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated awareness of how to function in a team setting
• Demonstrated awareness of presentation skills

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.