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Job Description Sr. Spclst , Software Engineering The Opportunity Based in Hyderabad, join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130- year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare. Be part of an organisation driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. Drive innovation and execution excellence. Be a part of a team with passion for using data, analytics, and insights to drive decision-making, and which creates custom software, allowing us to tackle some of the world's greatest health threats. Our Technology Centers focus on creating a space where teams can come together to deliver business solutions that save and improve lives. An integral part of our companys’ IT operating model, Tech Centers are globally distributed locations where each IT division has employees to enable our digital transformation journey and drive business outcomes. These locations, in addition to the other sites, are essential to supporting our business and strategy. A focused group of leaders in each Tech Center helps to ensure we can manage and improve each location, from investing in growth, success, and well-being of our people, to making sure colleagues from each IT division feel a sense of belonging to managing critical emergencies. And together, we must leverage the strength of our team to collaborate globally to optimize connections and share best practices across the Tech Centers. Role Overview What you would do: Software development on backend (Python,TypeScript) and frontend (TypeScript/JavaScript - React framework). Write efficient and maintainable code following best practices in software engineering. Working with DevSecOps tools for deploying and versioning code. Deploy solutions on the cloud with CI/CD integration. Deliver enterprise AI projects, products, and platforms with a focus on scalability and reusability. Work on technical pilots and feasibility studies of new opportunities to create value and transitioning successful pilots to scalable production implementations. Develop integrations with other applications and services. Develop automated testing pipelines. Application release and second level support. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in software engineering technologies. Participate in Agile ceremonies with the team to execute on prioritized projects and features. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and software engineers, to understand requirements and deliver AI-driven solutions. What you should have : 5+ years hands-on coding and software design experience building robust and scalable software using Python, SQL, REST, TypeScript/JavaScript - React framework. Experience in building data intensive applications in a modern technology stack: Cloud services (AWS), data pipelines, SQL/No-SQL databases (graph databases is a plus) Experience in designing, architecting, and maintaining applications. Experience building and consuming web-based APIs. Experience with CI/CD environments and test-driven development leveraging a Version Control system. Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams. Experienced with developing automated testing strategies. Understanding of System Integration patterns. Preferred: Experience working with AWS Cloud Experience working in an Agile Methodology Familiar in fields related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. Knowledge of Generative AI solutions and applications Experience with building, deploying, and managing docker images Experience working with Domino's data platform Qualifications: Candidates are evaluated case-by-case but appreciate qualifications in quantitative, scientific and technology disciplines such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Physics, and Bioinformatics. Primary Skills: Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Lifecycle Management Tools, Automated Software Testing, Automated Testing, AWS Data Pipeline, Business Value Creation, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Communications, Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Data Science, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Engineering Software, Generative AI, React.js, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, System Integration, Testing Our technology teams operate as business partners, proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities. We collaborate internationally to deliver services and solutions that help everyone be more productive and enable innovation. Who we are We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing , bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world. What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today. Required Skills: Agile Application Development, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), Application Lifecycle Management Tools, Automated Software Testing, Automated Testing, AWS Data Pipeline, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Communications, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Graph Databases, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, System Integration, Testing, TypeScript Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Secondary Language(s) Job Description: #MSDHYDIT Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 10/3/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description Privileged Access & Secrets Management Engineer (R3) HashiCorp Vault & CI/CD Automation Role Summary Join our IT Risk Management & Security team and play a key role in protecting a global enterprise’s most critical systems, accounts, and secrets. As a Privileged Access & Secrets Management Engineer, you will design, deploy, and operate HashiCorp Vault and privileged access capabilities that reduce cyber risk and enable secure, automated secrets delivery. This role offers the opportunity to help shape enterprise privileged access and secrets management capabilities while working across identity, automation, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams. What You'll Do Design, implement, and support HashiCorp Vault in on-premises environments. Develop reusable patterns, standards, and onboarding guidance for HashiCorp Vault and secrets management across application, infrastructure, and automation teams. Support HashiCorp Vault integrations with CI/CD platforms, deployment pipelines, automation workflows, and application delivery processes. Enable secure injection, retrieval, rotation, and lifecycle management of secrets used by build, release, and runtime environments. Integrate PAM with enterprise applications, infrastructure and cloud platforms, and APIs. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and support production operations. Develop automation, standards, and operational processes that improve security, efficiency, and improve audit readiness. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting HashiCorp Vault in on-premises environments, including integrations with CI/CD tools, automation frameworks, APIs, and application deployment workflows. Strong understanding of secrets lifecycle management including dynamic secrets, secrets engines, and auth methods for service accounts, workloads, applications, and non-human identities. Practical knowledge of privileged account management techniques: vaulting, password rotation, secrets management, least-privilege access, and service account security. Experience integrating security platforms with Windows, Linux/Unix, databases, cloud services, applications, and APIs. Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and work effectively within large, global, matrixed organizations. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and explain technical concepts to varied technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications Experience with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar tools. Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies. Hands-on experience with identity platforms such as Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, cloud identity management, etc. Familiarity with ServiceNow for change and incident management and experience automating tasks with PowerShell or similar technologies. Familiarity with NIST, ITIL, or related security frameworks. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials. Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles, cloud security, and modern identity security practices. Required Skills: Access Management Software, Access Management Software, Azure Active Directory (AD), Certificate Services, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Analytics, Cybersecurity Operations, Delivery of Security Applications, Design Applications, HashiCorp Vault, Identity Access Management (IAM), Incident Response, Information Assurance, Information Security, IT Security Architecture, Linux, Network Segmentation, Operational Technology (OT) Security, Red Hat Ansible, Security Analysis, Security Analytics, Security Controls, Security Evaluations, Security Fundamentals {+ 9 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 10/12/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description Privileged Access & Secrets Management Engineer (R3) HashiCorp Vault & CI/CD Automation Role Summary Join our IT Risk Management & Security team and play a key role in protecting a global enterprise’s most critical systems, accounts, and secrets. As a Privileged Access & Secrets Management Engineer, you will design, deploy, and operate HashiCorp Vault and privileged access capabilities that reduce cyber risk and enable secure, automated secrets delivery. This role offers the opportunity to help shape enterprise privileged access and secrets management capabilities while working across identity, automation, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams. What You'll Do Design, implement, and support HashiCorp Vault in on-premises environments. Develop reusable patterns, standards, and onboarding guidance for HashiCorp Vault and secrets management across application, infrastructure, and automation teams. Support HashiCorp Vault integrations with CI/CD platforms, deployment pipelines, automation workflows, and application delivery processes. Enable secure injection, retrieval, rotation, and lifecycle management of secrets used by build, release, and runtime environments. Integrate PAM with enterprise applications, infrastructure and cloud platforms, and APIs. Troubleshoot complex technical issues and support production operations. Develop automation, standards, and operational processes that improve security, efficiency, and improve audit readiness. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting HashiCorp Vault in on-premises environments, including integrations with CI/CD tools, automation frameworks, APIs, and application deployment workflows. Strong understanding of secrets lifecycle management including dynamic secrets, secrets engines, and auth methods for service accounts, workloads, applications, and non-human identities. Practical knowledge of privileged account management techniques: vaulting, password rotation, secrets management, least-privilege access, and service account security. Experience integrating security platforms with Windows, Linux/Unix, databases, cloud services, applications, and APIs. Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and work effectively within large, global, matrixed organizations. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and explain technical concepts to varied technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications Experience with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar tools. Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies. Hands-on experience with identity platforms such as Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, cloud identity management, etc. Familiarity with ServiceNow for change and incident management and experience automating tasks with PowerShell or similar technologies. Familiarity with NIST, ITIL, or related security frameworks. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials. Experience in healthcare, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles, cloud security, and modern identity security practices. Required Skills: Access Management Software, Access Management Software, Azure Active Directory (AD), Certificate Services, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Analytics, Cybersecurity Operations, Delivery of Security Applications, Design Applications, HashiCorp Vault, Identity Access Management (IAM), Incident Response, Information Assurance, Information Security, IT Security Architecture, Linux, Network Segmentation, Operational Technology (OT) Security, Red Hat Ansible, Security Analysis, Security Analytics, Security Controls, Security Evaluations, Security Fundamentals {+ 9 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 10/12/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description In the Development Sciences and Clinical Supply (DSCS) organization, we believe digital is the force multiplier that enables faster experiments, smarter decisions, more robust supply chains, and is ultimately redefining how we bring medicines to patients. Within DSCS, the DSCS Digital Technologies (DDT) team is building the next generation of data-rich, connected lab environments—where hardware, software, and AI-driven tools work together to accelerate pharmaceutical development. Our goal is simple but ambitious: embed advanced digital capabilities into the DNA of how we work. We believe this future starts with an effective foundation of laboratory tools: innovative robotics, process analytical technology (PAT), high-throughput technologies, reliable instrumentation, and integrated systems that seamlessly transition data from the physical labs to the digital world. We believe innovation is fueled by diverse teams that come together to build technologies that truly impact how our scientists conduct research. We’re looking for a Senior Scientist to help make this vision real. In this role, you won’t just support experiments—you’ll transform how they happen. You’ll design and deploy cutting-edge automation solutions that enable scientists to move faster, generate higher-quality data, and focus on what matters most: discovery and innovation. You’ll work to augment the capabilities of our current laboratory systems, creating custom solutions that unlock new potential for our scientists. You’ll collaborate with a diverse network of scientists, engineers, and digital experts to build integrated systems that connect instruments, robotics, and data—turning complex workflows into seamless, intelligent processes. If you’re excited by the idea of combining science, engineering, and digital innovation— If you are a maker, a builder, a tinkerer —this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact and transform pharmaceutical research! How You’ll Make an Impact Design the lab of the future by developing automation systems that integrate robotics, instrumentation, and software into cohesive, high-performing solutions Translate science into systems by partnering with researchers to understand experimental needs and convert them into scalable automated workflows Work at the intersection of disciplines , collaborating with experts in automation, data science, modeling, IT, and digital engineering Lead high-impact projects from concept through deployment, working across teams and stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes Continuously improve existing automation platforms to enhance performance, usability, and reliability Connect the ecosystem by integrating robotic platforms with laboratory equipment and data systems to enable end-to-end digital workflows Empower others by providing hands-on support, troubleshooting, and training to scientists using these systems Education Minimum Requirement: A Ph.D. in Engineering (i.e. Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Robotics, Mechatronics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related field (Expected graduation in 2026) A M.S. in Engineering (i.e. Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Robotics, Mechatronics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience A B.S. in in Engineering (i.e. Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Robotics, Mechatronics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience Required Experience and Skills: Experience in a lab-based setting, working with lab automation and equipment integration Experience with scripting/programming following accepted best practices (version control, design patterns, clean code) Understanding of (bio)pharmaceutical process research and development, drug product development, and/ or analytical development Demonstrated ability to work in an entrepreneurial and independent manner on cross-functional teams Efficient scientific collaboration and communication skills with the ability to navigate conversations with technicians and vendors Preferred Experience and Skills: Experience with scripting/programming in one or more of the following: Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, R Experience with automation edge devices and controllers (PLC, microcontrollers, etc) Experience with industrial SCADA or orchestration software (DeltaV, Ignition, WinCC OA, etc) Experience with benchtop automated reactor systems such as Sartorius Ambr250 Experience with laboratory automation software, firmware, hardware, and their integration into end-to-end solutions Experience in integrating laboratory instruments with custom or commercial software solutions Ability to recognize, design, prototype, and deploy innovative technologies in laboratory automation Understanding of data science and AI/ML concepts and their application to laboratory automation Wet lab experience in (bio)pharmaceutical drug substance, drug product, and analytical research and development Experience with commercial laboratory notebook software like Benchling or Signals Motivated to learn new skills, willingness to take on new challenges, and scientific curiosity Deep interest and desire to understand how systems work. Self-proclaimed maker, builder, tinkerer Required Skills: Automation, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Hardware Integration, Innovative Thinking, Interpersonal Relationships, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Documentation, Laboratory Robotics, Laboratory Techniques, Lab Testing Equipment, Mechatronics, Pharmaceutical Research, Scripting Languages Preferred Skills: Emerson DeltaV, PLC Programming, SCADA Control Systems Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic/International VISA Sponsorship: Yes Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a Job Posting End Date: 10/5/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description The Global Quality Group within the Manufacturing Division is seeking an experienced Leader to provide strategic oversight and direction for a complex, enterprise-level transformation program. This project aims to transform QC testing to support our pipeline and in-line supply products. The project has significant innovation components including end-to-end analytical digitization, analytical instrumentation innovation, lab automation, standardized laboratory workflows, and a digitized QMS and lab operations system. The Quality Lead, in collaboration with the project leadership team, will oversee integrated planning, governance, and execution across a highly matrixed project, ensuring alignment to GxP requirements while incorporating novel technical and digital laboratory components and delivery of key program outcomes. They will partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, cross-functional teams and external partners, as necessary, to manage interdependencies, support timely decision-making, and advance the program from project planning to regulatory filing and approval and through operational transition and sustainment. They will be a key input to an integrated plan that includes Technology Development, Analytical Development, Quality and Compliance, Regulatory, IT and external partners all collaborating seamlessly to deliver a scalable, compliant, and future-ready model, all within an aggressive timeline. Key Responsibilities and Requirements The ideal candidate can meld strong technical skills and an innovation mindset to set strategic Quality direction and compliantly translate it into an integrated, end-to-end program plan while managing and executing that plan across milestones, dependencies, and the critical path. This role is responsible for directing decision forums that enable alignment and remove barriers, while proactively managing risks, assumptions, constraints, and interdependencies across highly matrixed, cross-functional teams. Acting as the connective link between executive sponsors and delivery teams, the candidate provides clear, data-driven insights and recommendations, drives technology and operating model transformation, and ensures alignment with quality and regulatory requirements. Success in this role requires a structured, analytical leader with strong stakeholder and communication skills, an innovation mindset, a focus on measurable value realization, and the ability to enable adoption and transition outcomes into sustainable operations. A strong background in analytical development, analytical testing and automation validation within a GMP laboratory is expected. The role will also need to have expert level leadership to supervise Quality and other personnel in direct support of the cross-functional program goals. Required Experience · Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (PhD, MBA, PharmD, or equivalent) strongly preferred with · 15+ years of relevant experience in quality, pharmaceutical development, manufacturing and science technical operations, or related biopharmaceutical functions. · Leadership experience with CGMP testing laboratories subject to FDA inspections. · Demonstrated experience utilizing an innovative mindset to challenge the status quo and improve workflows. · Experience in development and implementation of laboratory technology. · Experience in GxP, quality, and compliance-driven management programs. · Strong program governance, structured execution, and analytical skills. · Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills. · Proven experience leading enterprise-level technology transformation or lab innovation programs · Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex interdependencies effectively. · Strong understanding of regulated, scientific, technical, or IT/program environments. · Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and value tracking. · Proven ability to build alignment across internal and external cross-functional teams. Preferred Experience · Programming experience will be an asset. · Experience in research and development within the pharmaceutical industry and in clinical phase Quality expectations. · Experience supporting workforce strategy, technology evaluation, or enterprise transition initiatives. · Experience working directly with third party technology providers. · Experience with filing and registering new products. · Experience with stage gate or capital governance models. Required Skills: Ability to Coordinate, Ability to Coordinate, Analytical Thinking, Aseptic Manufacturing, Competency Management, Conflict Resolution, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Cross-Functional Project Management, Customer-Focused, Detail-Oriented, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Acumen, Innovation Management, Leadership Project Management, Legal Compliance, Microbiology, Organizational Change Management, People Leadership, Performance Plans, Process Alignment, Process Innovation, Product Lining, Project Integration, Project Management Leadership, Project Planning {+ 9 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $210,400.00 - $331,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 10/5/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description The Global Quality Group within the Manufacturing Division is seeking an experienced Leader to provide strategic oversight and direction for a complex, enterprise-level transformation program. This project aims to transform QC testing to support our pipeline and in-line supply products. The project has significant innovation components including end-to-end analytical digitization, analytical instrumentation innovation, lab automation, standardized laboratory workflows, and a digitized QMS and lab operations system. The Quality Lead, in collaboration with the project leadership team, will oversee integrated planning, governance, and execution across a highly matrixed project, ensuring alignment to GxP requirements while incorporating novel technical and digital laboratory components and delivery of key program outcomes. They will partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, cross-functional teams and external partners, as necessary, to manage interdependencies, support timely decision-making, and advance the program from project planning to regulatory filing and approval and through operational transition and sustainment. They will be a key input to an integrated plan that includes Technology Development, Analytical Development, Quality and Compliance, Regulatory, IT and external partners all collaborating seamlessly to deliver a scalable, compliant, and future-ready model, all within an aggressive timeline. Key Responsibilities and Requirements The ideal candidate can meld strong technical skills and an innovation mindset to set strategic Quality direction and compliantly translate it into an integrated, end-to-end program plan while managing and executing that plan across milestones, dependencies, and the critical path. This role is responsible for directing decision forums that enable alignment and remove barriers, while proactively managing risks, assumptions, constraints, and interdependencies across highly matrixed, cross-functional teams. Acting as the connective link between executive sponsors and delivery teams, the candidate provides clear, data-driven insights and recommendations, drives technology and operating model transformation, and ensures alignment with quality and regulatory requirements. Success in this role requires a structured, analytical leader with strong stakeholder and communication skills, an innovation mindset, a focus on measurable value realization, and the ability to enable adoption and transition outcomes into sustainable operations. A strong background in analytical development, analytical testing and automation validation within a GMP laboratory is expected. The role will also need to have expert level leadership to supervise Quality and other personnel in direct support of the cross-functional program goals. Required Experience · Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (PhD, MBA, PharmD, or equivalent) strongly preferred with · 15+ years of relevant experience in quality, pharmaceutical development, manufacturing and science technical operations, or related biopharmaceutical functions. · Leadership experience with CGMP testing laboratories subject to FDA inspections. · Demonstrated experience utilizing an innovative mindset to challenge the status quo and improve workflows. · Experience in development and implementation of laboratory technology. · Experience in GxP, quality, and compliance-driven management programs. · Strong program governance, structured execution, and analytical skills. · Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills. · Proven experience leading enterprise-level technology transformation or lab innovation programs · Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex interdependencies effectively. · Strong understanding of regulated, scientific, technical, or IT/program environments. · Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and value tracking. · Proven ability to build alignment across internal and external cross-functional teams. Preferred Experience · Programming experience will be an asset. · Experience in research and development within the pharmaceutical industry and in clinical phase Quality expectations. · Experience supporting workforce strategy, technology evaluation, or enterprise transition initiatives. · Experience working directly with third party technology providers. · Experience with filing and registering new products. · Experience with stage gate or capital governance models. Required Skills: Ability to Coordinate, Ability to Coordinate, Analytical Thinking, Aseptic Manufacturing, Competency Management, Conflict Resolution, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Cross-Functional Project Management, Customer-Focused, Detail-Oriented, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Acumen, Innovation Management, Leadership Project Management, Legal Compliance, Microbiology, Organizational Change Management, People Leadership, Performance Plans, Process Alignment, Process Innovation, Product Lining, Project Integration, Project Management Leadership, Project Planning {+ 9 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $210,400.00 - $331,100.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 10/5/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way. Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do. Job Description: The Quality Manager is a hands-on role that requires aptitude, energy to build a QMS from the ground up. We are in the midst of a significant culture change. The successful candidate needs to drive for results. This operation does not fall under regulatory guidelines, therefore, a regulatory understanding or background is not needed. However, the Quality Manager will be the champion for quality by design and continuous improvement that ensures every product is processed, tested, packaged, stored and distributed aligned with our incredibly high standards of quality. The Quality Manager partners across our internal manufacturing facilities, external contract manufacturers and suppliers to create an interdependent global manufacturing network committed to deliver a compliant, on time, and reliable supply to customers. This position receives direction from the Associate Director of Operations, interfaces directly across all functional areas and interacts daily with senior leadership. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Support implementation of all Quality processes Coordinate Quality activities for the assigned manufacturing unit. Analyze quality data to make recommendations for improvement focus areas. Develop and implement improvements via Kaizens. Work closely with Engineering to influence technical design decisions, meet custom product requirements, and reach business objectives. Implement containment, corrective actions and follow-up on quality issues – including facilitation of responses to findings and handling of Quality case documentation. Lead effective problem solving activities to investigate nonconformities. Serve as Quality liaison with support groups and cross functional teams. Coordination of Quality training Primary liaison for supplier quality activities Writes, reviews, and approves Standard Operating Procedures, Controlled Job Aides, Control Procedures, Quality Standards, etc. Promotes company strategic, departmental operational excellence and manufacturing regulatory initiatives. Accountable for acting as the quality representative on capital projects. Provides engineering and technical support for current products and new product launches. Interfaces with customer quality representatives concerning quality problems and assures that effective corrective action is implemented. Interprets customer specifications and requirements. Maintains good internal and external supplier quality levels. Designs and implements methods for process improvement, testing and inspection. Develops and analyses quality metrics and initiating change as needed. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Key Competencies: Ability to work with all levels of business customers in a highly dynamic environment. Comfortable with working closely across various teams including functional and procurement leadership teams. Willingness and ability to work flexible working hours. Qualifications: Education Minimum Requirements BS Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred, or equivalent work experience may be considered. Minimum of five years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Required Experience & Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills; experience leading a team. Experience with SAP ERP system. Time Management: Ability to manage changing workload, and complete tasks independently. Demonstrated analytical, Problem Solving/Decision Making: logical approach and acting despite obstacles or ambiguity. Ability to understand technical specifications and requirements. High Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI and Access a plus Solid understanding on quality tools such as statistical process control, such as Pareto charts/8D problem solving, FMEA, GR&R, FAI, CPK, PPAP etc. Ability to lead and facilitate training and continuous improvement initiatives. Required Skills: Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Capital Projects, Case Documentation, cGMP Compliance, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Driving Continuous Improvement, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Operational Excellence, Oral Communications, People Leadership, Process Improvements, Quality Auditing, Quality Control Systems, Quality Documentation, Quality Management Standards, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP), SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), SAP Project System (PS), SAP Systems {+ 1 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $96,200.00 - $151,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 10/5/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description Required Skills: Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, System Integration, Testing Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Secondary Language(s) Job Description: The Opportunity • Based in Hyderabad, join a global healthcare biopharma company and be part of a 130- year legacy of success backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare. • Be part of an organisation driven by digital technology and data-backed approaches that support a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. • Drive innovation and execution excellence. Be a part of a team with passion for using data, analytics, and insights to drive decision-making, and which creates custom software, allowing us to tackle some of the world's greatest health threats. Our Technology Centers focus on creating a space where teams can come together to deliver business solutions that save and improve lives. An integral part of our company’s IT operating model, Tech Centers are globally distributed locations where each IT division has employees to enable our digital transformation journey and drive business outcomes. These locations, in addition to the other sites, are essential to supporting our business and strategy. A focused group of leaders in each Tech Center helps to ensure we can manage and improve each location, from investing in growth, success, and well-being of our people, to making sure colleagues from each IT division feel a sense of belonging to managing critical emergencies. And together, we must leverage the strength of our team to collaborate globally to optimize connections and share best practices across the Tech Centers. Role Overview Are you an innovative technical expert looking to use your skills to make a tangible impact in a product-centric data and analytics organization within a global biopharmaceutical enterprise? Do you want to help various research and clinical teams build their solutions in a modular, integrated fashion, enabling an end-to-end customer journey? We are looking for someone who goes beyond just platforms and technologies to build true value-add, self-serve data and analytics products that ultimately help improve global health outcomes. As the Senior Analytics Platform Engineer , you will be a hands-on technical driver responsible for developing and automating solutions to support the delivery of product roadmaps across multiple Data Science platforms (including Domino Data Lab, Dataiku, Posit, and SAS). Working in a global, multicultural agile setup (working in sprints and using JIRA), you will engage directly with Technical Product Managers, Architects, and other cross-functional team members to design, configure, and deliver infrastructure solutions on AWS. You will also take ownership of testing, maintaining rigorous SDLC documentation, ensuring compliance, and seamlessly releasing capabilities through CI/CD pipelines. Responsibilities: What You’ll Do Platform Engineering & Delivery: Build, configure, and customize capabilities within leading Data Science platforms (Domino Data Lab, Dataiku, Posit Connect/Workbench, and SAS) based on customer needs. This includes platform upgrades, modernization, and managing integrations (e.g., storage integrations, AI assistants). Automation & Infrastructure as Code: Implement and maintain robust platform automation using Terraform, Ansible, Git, and CI/CD pipelines for deployments on AWS infrastructure. Agile Collaboration: Work hands-on within a multicultural agile team, actively participating in sprints, managing work via JIRA, and collaborating with Product Managers and Architects to translate business needs into technical solutions. Operations & Troubleshooting: Monitor platforms, troubleshoot complex issues, provide root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures to ensure enterprise-grade reliability, robustness, and disaster recovery readiness. SDLC & Compliance: Update and maintain accurate SDLC documentation for all deployments, ensuring configurations and processes meet strict organizational and industry compliance standards (e.g., GxP). Knowledge Sharing & Support: Develop technical documentation, provide expert support to internal stakeholders, and enable new AI & ML capabilities within agreed-upon timelines. Estimation & Planning: Accurately estimate the effort required to deploy new capabilities and deliver them reliably within sprint cycles. Required Skills: Data Science Platforms: Strong understanding and hands-on administrative experience with Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Data Science platforms, particularly Domino Data Lab, Dataiku, Posit (Package Manager, Connect, Workbench), and SAS environments. Cloud & Infrastructure: Expert knowledge of the AWS cloud ecosystem, including EKS (Kubernetes), storage services, database services, and AI/ML cognitive services. Automation & DevOps: Proven hands-on experience utilizing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) and modern CI/CD practices (Git, Bitbucket, Artifactory) to automate infrastructure provisioning and routine administrative tasks. Programming & Scripting: Proficiency in R and Python programming, data manipulation, and content creation (Shiny, Streamlit, Dash), alongside robust Linux Shell scripting or PowerShell skills. Agile & SDLC: Solid experience working on Agile teams (Scrum framework, JIRA) with a deep understanding of rigorous Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes, ideally within a regulated (Pharma/Healthcare) environment. System Administration: Experience managing various Linux distributions (e.g., RHEL, Ubuntu) and implementing user authentication, access controls, and security policies. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with 3+ years of hands-on experience in platform engineering and IT infrastructure projects. Nice to Have Skills: Experience with HPC environments and resource managers like SLURM. Deep knowledge of containerization platforms and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with SDLC and validating software in a pharmaceutical context. Familiarity with integrating modern AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) into data science workflows. We Offer: Competitive remuneration and wide range of benefits. A position in an industry-leading global company dedicated to saving and improving lives. A challenging career with professional growth based on performance. An innovative, multicultural, and highly collaborative working environment. Who we are We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world. What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today. #MSDHYDIT Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 10/2/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description The Director, AI and Cybersecurity Legal will report to the Chief Privacy and Digital Trust Officer, partner closely with the Chief Information Security Officer, and serve as a trusted and strategic legal adviser on AI and cybersecurity matters across the enterprise. This role will provide legal counsel on the development, deployment, and governance of AI/ML technologies, as well as cybersecurity risk management, incident response, and regulatory compliance. The Director will partner closely with Information Technology, Information Technology Risk Management, and business teams to enable innovation while managing legal and regulatory risk in a highly regulated global pharmaceutical environment. Key Responsibilities Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology Provide strategic legal counsel on the design, development, procurement, and deployment of AI and machine learning systems across research, commercial, and corporate functions. Advise on AI governance frameworks, including responsible AI principles, algorithmic transparency, bias mitigation, and human oversight requirements for high-risk systems. Provide strategic legal counsel related to the design and implementation of next-generation AI Governance, including AI policies, evolving AI risk assessment frameworks (e.g., triage design, risk tiering, domain-specific assessment frameworks, automation, and streamlined decision workflows), third-party AI due diligence, and implementing AI incident reporting obligations. Monitor and interpret evolving AI regulations globally, including the EU AI Act, FDA guidance on AI/ML in drug development and medical devices, and other emerging frameworks. Serve as a member of divisional AI committees. Lead AI contract negotiations and counsel on technology transactions. Counsel internal stakeholders on data rights and contractual issues arising from generative AI tools and third-party AI platforms. Represent the company externally as required, including engaging with regulators, trade associations, and other industry organizations. Cybersecurity Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Information Technology Risk Management organization on legal and regulatory matters. Provide legal support for cybersecurity incident response efforts, including assessing breach notification obligations under HIPAA, state breach notification laws, and other applicable frameworks. Advise on cybersecurity regulatory requirements, including SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules, NIST frameworks, and industry-specific standards. Provide legal guidance on vulnerability disclosure, threat intelligence sharing, and engagement with law enforcement and regulatory authorities. Support the development and review of cybersecurity policies, vendor security assessments, and security provisions in commercial agreements. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with privacy, compliance and legal colleagues to address intersections between AI, regulatory and commercial legal considerations, cybersecurity, and data protection laws. Advise on data governance and data-sharing arrangements that implicate cybersecurity and AI considerations. Support M&A, licensing, and collaboration transactions with cybersecurity and AI due diligence and integration guidance. Provide training and awareness to business stakeholders on AI legal risks and cybersecurity legal obligations. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Minimum 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years focused on cybersecurity, technology, and/or AI/emerging technology law, preferably in a pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or other highly regulated environment. Additional experience or background in data privacy/data protection a plus. Deep understanding of cybersecurity legal frameworks (HIPAA, GDPR, NIS2, SEC disclosure rules, state breach notification laws) and emerging AI and automated decision-making regulatory frameworks. Extensive experience managing cybersecurity incident response from a legal perspective. Experience advising on AI governance, responsible AI principles, and technology transactions. Experience developing and negotiating contractual provisions addressing cybersecurity, data protection, and AI considerations in connection with mergers, acquisitions, collaborations, strategic partnerships, and technology transactions. Proven experience counseling on AI systems from a legal and compliance perspective, including risk assessment review, auditability, transparency obligations, and lifecycle governance. CIPP/E/US/CIPM, AIGP, or other AI certification preferred. Required Skills Ability to think strategically, understand client objectives, and offer analytical, well-reasoned, creative, and pragmatic legal advice designed to enable innovation while protecting against legal and regulatory risk. Strong executive presence and ability to build trust and influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed global organization. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to contribute to compliance policies and guidance documents, counsel business stakeholders across multiple levels of seniority, and prepare and lead executive-level presentations. Ability to provide strong, clear legal advice and translate complex technical and legal concepts into concrete implementation strategies for audiences. Strong technical aptitude and fluency, and the ability to engage meaningfully with technical concepts related to AI, data, and cybersecurity. Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Required Skills: Business Consulting Services, Business Consulting Services, Compliance Activities, Compliance Monitoring, Compliance Reporting, Confidentiality, Customer Service Leadership, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Data Breach Response, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Security, Data Security Management, Ethics, Executive Presence, Exercises Judgment, General Data Protection Regulation, Governance Framework, HIPAA Compliance, Information Technology (IT), Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Legal Strategies, Multilingualism, Negotiation {+ 7 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $190,800.00 - $300,300.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: Regular Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 10/9/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Job Description The Director, AI and Cybersecurity Legal will report to the Chief Privacy and Digital Trust Officer, partner closely with the Chief Information Security Officer, and serve as a trusted and strategic legal adviser on AI and cybersecurity matters across the enterprise. This role will provide legal counsel on the development, deployment, and governance of AI/ML technologies, as well as cybersecurity risk management, incident response, and regulatory compliance. The Director will partner closely with Information Technology, Information Technology Risk Management, and business teams to enable innovation while managing legal and regulatory risk in a highly regulated global pharmaceutical environment. Key Responsibilities Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology Provide strategic legal counsel on the design, development, procurement, and deployment of AI and machine learning systems across research, commercial, and corporate functions. Advise on AI governance frameworks, including responsible AI principles, algorithmic transparency, bias mitigation, and human oversight requirements for high-risk systems. Provide strategic legal counsel related to the design and implementation of next-generation AI Governance, including AI policies, evolving AI risk assessment frameworks (e.g., triage design, risk tiering, domain-specific assessment frameworks, automation, and streamlined decision workflows), third-party AI due diligence, and implementing AI incident reporting obligations. Monitor and interpret evolving AI regulations globally, including the EU AI Act, FDA guidance on AI/ML in drug development and medical devices, and other emerging frameworks. Serve as a member of divisional AI committees. Lead AI contract negotiations and counsel on technology transactions. Counsel internal stakeholders on data rights and contractual issues arising from generative AI tools and third-party AI platforms. Represent the company externally as required, including engaging with regulators, trade associations, and other industry organizations. Cybersecurity Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Information Technology Risk Management organization on legal and regulatory matters. Provide legal support for cybersecurity incident response efforts, including assessing breach notification obligations under HIPAA, state breach notification laws, and other applicable frameworks. Advise on cybersecurity regulatory requirements, including SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules, NIST frameworks, and industry-specific standards. Provide legal guidance on vulnerability disclosure, threat intelligence sharing, and engagement with law enforcement and regulatory authorities. Support the development and review of cybersecurity policies, vendor security assessments, and security provisions in commercial agreements. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with privacy, compliance and legal colleagues to address intersections between AI, regulatory and commercial legal considerations, cybersecurity, and data protection laws. Advise on data governance and data-sharing arrangements that implicate cybersecurity and AI considerations. Support M&A, licensing, and collaboration transactions with cybersecurity and AI due diligence and integration guidance. Provide training and awareness to business stakeholders on AI legal risks and cybersecurity legal obligations. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Minimum 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years focused on cybersecurity, technology, and/or AI/emerging technology law, preferably in a pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or other highly regulated environment. Additional experience or background in data privacy/data protection a plus. Deep understanding of cybersecurity legal frameworks (HIPAA, GDPR, NIS2, SEC disclosure rules, state breach notification laws) and emerging AI and automated decision-making regulatory frameworks. Extensive experience managing cybersecurity incident response from a legal perspective. Experience advising on AI governance, responsible AI principles, and technology transactions. Experience developing and negotiating contractual provisions addressing cybersecurity, data protection, and AI considerations in connection with mergers, acquisitions, collaborations, strategic partnerships, and technology transactions. Proven experience counseling on AI systems from a legal and compliance perspective, including risk assessment review, auditability, transparency obligations, and lifecycle governance. CIPP/E/US/CIPM, AIGP, or other AI certification preferred. Required Skills Ability to think strategically, understand client objectives, and offer analytical, well-reasoned, creative, and pragmatic legal advice designed to enable innovation while protecting against legal and regulatory risk. Strong executive presence and ability to build trust and influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed global organization. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to contribute to compliance policies and guidance documents, counsel business stakeholders across multiple levels of seniority, and prepare and lead executive-level presentations. Ability to provide strong, clear legal advice and translate complex technical and legal concepts into concrete implementation strategies for audiences. Strong technical aptitude and fluency, and the ability to engage meaningfully with technical concepts related to AI, data, and cybersecurity. Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Required Skills: Business Consulting Services, Business Consulting Services, Compliance Activities, Compliance Monitoring, Compliance Reporting, Confidentiality, Customer Service Leadership, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Data Breach Response, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Security, Data Security Management, Ethics, Executive Presence, Exercises Judgment, General Data Protection Regulation, Governance Framework, HIPAA Compliance, Information Technology (IT), Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Legal Strategies, Multilingualism, Negotiation {+ 7 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement​ We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is $190,800.00 - $300,300.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits . You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. 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