As a key member of IT RDM, you will be part of a passionate organization that supports our Innovation Unit colleagues to develop new medicine by delivering on key data transformation initiatives. The Backend Engineer \& System Lead is a senior engineering role that combines hands\-on backend development with system ownership and architectural responsibilities. aligned with BI IT architecture standards. This position requires deep technical expertise modern backend frameworks, full\-stack awareness and the ability to integrate internal and external services in an enterprise cloud environment. **Tasks \& responsibilities** * System \& Solution Design: Plan, design, and implement complex systems and backend services, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance with BI frameworks. * Solution Architecture \& Integration: Define architecture, maintain API contracts, and set up robust integrations across internal and external systems. * Cloud \& Container Management: Deploy solutions in enterprise cloud environments, manage containerized workloads (OpenShift/Docker), and own CI/CD pipelines. * Backend Development \& Optimization: Build backend components in modern frame, configure integrations, and troubleshoot for reliability and performance. * System Ownership \& Governance: Maintain lifecycle documentation, manage environments (Dev/QA/Prod), and ensure GxP and BI compliance. * Operational Excellence \& Leadership: Provide 3rd\-level support, drive continuous improvement, act as System Lead, and ensure adherence to ITIL and organizational standards. **Requirements** * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. * 5\+ years in backend engineering with exposure to full\-stack development and system integration. * Familiarity with IT architecture principles, compliance frameworks (GxP), and agile methodologies. * Strong understanding of security, observability, and performance optimization. Technical Expertise: * Backend: Python, REST/GraphQL APIs, microservices * Frontend integration: ReactJS or similar * Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, VectorDB * Cloud: AWS enterprise environment * Containers: OpenShift, Docker * Data workflows: RAG, Agentic AI, ingestion pipelines 3 \#IamBoehringerIngelheim because… We are continuously working to design the best experience for you. Here are some examples of how we will take care of you: * Flexible working conditions * Life and accident insurance * Health insurance at a competitive price * Investment in your learning and development * Gym membership discounts If you have read this far, what are you waiting for to apply? We want to know more about you!