- To lead and deliver technical and coding changes to the PIM application prioritised in the backlog
- To deliver solution design options and recommendations with changes to the data model and the PIM application where necessary
- To drive continuous improvement and seek out efficiencies and functional enhancements, delivering proofs of concept where necessary to validate
- To understand the impact of functional changes in PIM (functional and data) on related product platforms and integrations, i.e. to have the end-to-end view of the product data lifecycle
- Data expertise of the scientific data attributes and their behaviour within the PIM data model and across the wider product data ecosystem
- To work in collaboration with the offshore support team and product data architect to influence design and architectural improvements
- To work in collaboration with the Digital architecture and technology teams to understand and influence PIM's role across the wider solution architecture and product data related applications
- Supports delivery of business rule changes
- Supports the triage and implementation of fixes for incident management
- Supports the offshore team to maintain and improve stability and technical reliability of PIM
- Understands the underlying data model and schema design and influences and delivers change to schemas
- Knowledge of integration technologies such as MuleSoft and Kafka
- Knowledge of PHP and Symfony 5.0 applications
- Knowledge of scientific item data
- Relevant experience working in a scientific data management capacity (preferably e-commerce environment) or life science experience in general
- Experience of working alongside data architects, data engineers, data modelers, data quality analysts and data governance teams, and end users of the data
- Understanding of agile methodologies and practical experience of delivering products using agile approaches. Able to help team select appropriate practices.
- Understanding of the product lifecycle and capable of defining and adapting the team to deliver at each stage
- Good attention to detail and an ability to analyse and use data in decision making
- Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills with ability to balance competing priorities
- Experience in identifying, diagnosing and resolving issues independently; will take initiative even under unfamiliar or ambiguous circumstances
- Ability to convey ideas and recommendations in a clear, compelling and succinct way in written and verbal communications
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Bachelor's or First degree in Sciences, Business, Computing or Humanities – with a strong preference for a Science based qualification
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PHP Software Engineer
Found in: Talent UK C2 - 4 days ago
Abcam Plc Cambridge, United Kingdom Full timeJob Description · We are seeking an experienced PHP Software Engineer to join our Product Information Management (PIM) team. As a software engineer in this team, you will be responsible for the development of our PIM platform, ensuring high-quality software delivery and alignment ...
PIM Engineer - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Abcam
Description
Company Description
For over 20 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.
We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways. We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a PIM Engineer to join our team, the role will involve the below responsibilities and challenges:
Qualifications
The ideal candidate may have much of this experience;
Qualifications:
Additional Information
We know that when it comes to benefits, no one size fits all. Flexibility and choice matter which is why, in addition to market competitive salaries, we offer you a flexible benefits package which is tailored to your unique needs and support your financial, physical and emotional wellbeing. This includes 18 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave as well as highly flexible working and much more. Besides, your development will be integral to your experience here. You will grow alongside other talented minds, in ways you may often find unexpected.
When people come together, incredible things happen. Here you'll work in a safe environment where you can be who you truly are. We'll champion and celebrate your uniqueness throughout your journey with us. This is how we excel at partnering with the scientific community no matter the challenge, ultimately helping solve the world's most critical diseases. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Abcam.
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