Zoetis, Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock.  The Zoetis Tech & Digital (ZTD) enables Zoetis with its cutting edge technology.
 
Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence. As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems. Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.
 
At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis. Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact. Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.  
 
Reporting to the ZTD IT Engineering and Technology Lead, ZTD R&D, the Systems Engineer/REACT Developer will work alongside an inhouse team designing, developing, documenting, and deploying solutions for the delivery of a suite of data and analytic solutions within a customer facing web application. This Engineer will be required to develop a rich understanding of the applications in their portfolio including what data is accessible, administration, upgrades, Integration points, etc.  This Engineer will also be responsible for maintenance on the application and coordination of maintenance activities with supporting groups such as infrastructure and networking.  Maintenance tasks will also include application upgrades as appropriate to manage technical debt.  This combined knowledge of their application portfolio will be used to plan internal and external resource needs during the life of the applications. The candidate will be a self-starter that is creative and fascinated with technology to design, implement, and maintain solutions in support of VMRD business initiatives.  A strong academic background in a technical discipline, a history of delivering solutions, and a demonstrated proficiency to identify and resolve complex technical issues.  The desire to continuously improve technical and business knowledge and the ability to work alongside both internal and external IT resources is required. 
 
All candidates must have experience of working end-to-end in defining and implementing frontends in React. In the process, you will work very closely with the UI designers, Technical Business Analysts and Verification teams.
  
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

Software Development and System Engineering
Develop front-end features according to business specifications using a variety of JS libraries and JS tools.
Write unit and end-to-end tests for existing code.
Fix bugs, maintain, and update the system as needed. 
Integrate first and third-party APIs.
Write documentation as needed on various parts of the system.
Training and mentoring junior developers as needed. 
Ensure the feasibility of UI/UX designs and develop code with the end user in mind.
Create and implement the systems design and application software configuration for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software and SaaS (software as a service) systems in support of Zoetis R&D business initiatives.
Ability to guide a small third-party development team for custom solution implementations and upgrades.
As a member of IT projects, perform technical lead responsibility including planning, design, and implementation of information systems.
Create system documentation and transition day to day activities to support team.
Translates business requirements into novel solutions, UI/UX designs, system configurations, data design requirements, and data models.
Provides technical expertise to solution delivery teams throughout all phases of the application life cycle with a focus on design and development activities.
Ensures operational and analytical data stores can support cross-functional business requirements for reporting across the organization.
Assists project managers with project schedules by identifying technical tasks and system dependencies, as well as estimating resources and task duration.
As part of the R&D ZTD team, takes on the responsibilities associated with establishing and maintaining existing solutions.
Consult with technical lead for scope, approach, next steps, and direction regarding project / department / business objectives

50%Technology Consultation
Translates business requirements into innovative solutions, system configurations, data design requirements, and data models.
Participate in the definition of long-term systems strategies and roadmaps.
Provides technical effort estimates for proposed projects and solutions.  Assists project managers by identifying technical tasks and system dependencies, estimating resources and task duration.
Provide financial evaluations of proposed solutions by providing technical effort estimates.
 

20%Software and Technology Support
Provide Level 3 and 4 support for VMRD software and technology.
Give assistance to level 1 and 2 support teams. 20%
Continuous Learning and Technology Expertise
Provide application engineering subject matter expertise and guidance to other IT disciplines including Zoetis IT solution partners, application vendors and service providers.
Contribute to IT project delivery by providing technical and engineering expertise throughout all phases of the development life cycle with a focus on design & engineering activities. 10%
 
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
 
• ZTD R&D Solution Partners
• ZTD R&D Systems Engineers 
• ZTD Centers Of Excellence
• VMRD business SMEs from multiple product lines and departments 
 
RESOURCES MANAGED   
Supervision
0 colleagues
0-4 contingent workers’ technical direction
 
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• 5+ years of experience as an information technology professional or a closely related field and role.
• Undergraduate degree related to Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with the design and building of systems and information solutions (including modeling and database design), preferably with enterprise-level information/data solutions or architecture projects.
• Experience with implementations utilizing multiple vendors and/or departments.
• Experience with data management and/or information integration efforts in large scale programs.
• Experience working closely with UI/UX designers to implement designs and ensure design consistency across the application.
• Ability to interpret wireframes, mockups, and prototypes (e.g., from Figma) and translate them into responsive, interactive web interfaces.  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Ability to prioritize issues and drive progress in ambiguous situations.
• Domain knowledge expertise in pharmaceutical industry is preferred. 
• Experience with software testing including unit, integration, and regression testing.
• Experience with technical writing for SDLC documentation.
• Proven experience of working with colleagues in US & Europe 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms. 
• Ability to translate business requirements into solutions that map to technology capabilities. 
• Ability to take direction and to complete tasks with minimal direction.  
• Ability to prioritize issues and drive progress in ambiguous situations. 
 
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Technical Competencies:
 At least 10 years experience in 
•   HTML 
•   CSS 
•   Javascript 
•   Browser APIs 
•   Browser Dev Tools 
 
At least 5 years experience with 
•   React 
•   Redux 
•   NodeJS 
•   RESTful Design 
•   Git 
•   Unit Testing 
 
At least 3 years experience with  
• Typescript 
• Knowledgeable of latest JS and TS language features 
• Fluent in functional design patterns 
• Fluent in Asynchronous programming patterns 
• Linux -- specifically WSL (windows subsystem for linux) if on a windows machine 
• Fluent in English (verbal, reading, and writing) 
 
Can write code that is: 
• Performant 
• Efficient 
• Testable 
• Modular 
• Scalable 
• Secure 
• Readable 
• Documented 
• Maintainable 
• Standard-compliant 
• Cross-browser Compatible 
 
Responsibilities: 
• Write frontend features according to the specifications 
• Write unit and end-to-end tests for existing code 
• Optimizing program efficiency, performance, and scalability 
• Fix bugs, maintain, and update the system as needed 
• Integrate first and third-party APIs 
• Use a variety of JS libraries and JS tools 
• Write documentation on various parts of the system 
• Training and mentoring junior developers as needed 
• Continue learning about new web features and best practices 
• Ensure user input is validated 
• Ensure the feasibility of UI/UX designs and write code with the end user in mind 
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with team and stakeholders 
 
Desired Competencies:
• Proficient in using CI / CD tools such as Git and TFS 
• Experience developing on commercial cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure 
• Experience in the application of project management principles and software development life cycle management 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms 
• Ability to translate business requirements into solutions that map to technology capabilities 
• Interpersonal skills necessary to collaborate with existing subject matter experts across various functions and integrate them as team members 
• Ability to take direction and to complete tasks with minimal direction 
• Ability to prioritize issues and drive progress in ambiguous situations  •