Senior Specialist, Software Engineering, Veeva Specialist

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer with hands-on experience in Veeva Vault Clinical to design, build, and support integrations, data pipelines, and reporting across the Clinical Suite. The ideal candidate has practical expertise with Vault Loader, Veeva APIs, Postman, MuleSoft integrations, and connectors, along with working knowledge of the Vault Clinical object model. You will partner with Clinical Operations, Quality, and IT to deliver secure, scalable solutions, manage releases and configuration changes, and produce complex reports that support business decision-making.

Responsibilities

·       Design, develop, and maintain integrations with Veeva Vault Clinical using Veeva APIs (REST), Vault Loader, connectors, and MuleSoft (Anypoint Platform)

·       Build and optimize data ingestion/extraction workflows (bulk loads, document transfers, metadata updates) using Vault Loader and automation scripts

·       Create and execute API test suites in Postman; define collections, tests, environment variables, and automation to validate endpoints and workflows

·       Produce complex reports and dashboards across Vault CTMS, including data modeling and transformations

·       Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions aligned to the Vault Clinical object model

·       Manage releases across environments (DEV/VAL/PROD), including:

o   Configuration changes (lifecycles, workflows, object fields, roles/permissions)

o   SDLC adherence (requirements, design, code/config, testing, approvals, deployment)

o   Change control, versioning, and validation documentation (traceability, test evidence)

·       Use JIRA for work management: create/maintain epics, stories, tasks; define acceptance criteria; manage sprints; track defects and release notes

·       Implement operational monitoring and alerting; perform L2/L3 support and root-cause analysis for integrations, connectors, and reporting pipelines

·       Maintain technical documentation (solution designs, mappings, API guides, job aids) and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices

Required Qualifications

·       6-10 years of software engineering or integration experience, with at least 4 years focused on Veeva Vault (preferably Vault Clinical, CTMS)

·       Hands-on experience with:

o   Veeva Vault Loader (bulk data/document operations, configuration, troubleshooting)

o   Veeva Vault APIs (REST, authentication, pagination, error handling)

o   Postman (collections, scripted tests, environments, automation)

o   Connectors and integration patterns (HTTP/REST, JDBC, SFTP, message queues/webhooks)

·       Practical knowledge of the Vault Clinical Suite object model and configurations (documents, objects, lifecycles, workflows, roles/permissions)

·       Proficiency in a modern programming language (Python, Java, or Node.js) for integration and automation

·       Experience producing complex reports and dashboards, including data modeling and transformation (e.g., Vault reports/dashboards, data extracts to BI tools like Tableau/Power BI)

·       Experience with SDLC in regulated environments (GxP, 21 CFR Part 11), including validation, change control, and release management

·       Strong familiarity with JIRA for Agile delivery (epics/stories, sprint planning, release notes)

·       Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

·       Experience with multiple Vault Clinical applications

·       Knowledge of Vault configuration management (migration packages, deployment strategies, environment alignment)

·       Security best practices, audit trails, and compliance reporting

·       Test automation frameworks for APIs/integrations and performance testing

·       Understanding of clinical trial processes, TMF governance, KPIs, and HL7/FHIR (nice to have)

Key Competencies

·       Integration-first mindset with strong debugging and performance optimization skills

·       Operational rigor in release management and validation

·       Clear communication and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions

·       Ownership, reliability, and a focus on measurable outcomes

Success Metrics

·       Stable, compliant integrations with high uptime and SLA adherence

·       On-time, well-documented releases with validated changes and minimal production issues

·       Actionable reports that drive business decisions and reduce manual effort

·       Positive stakeholder feedback and delivery against roadmap commitments

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field;

Required Skills:

Agile Environments, Cloud Computing Services, Cloud Platform, Database Management, Data Integration, Detail-Oriented, IT Infrastructure Management, Professional Networking, Server Hardware Configuration, Software Development, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, User Research, Web Servers, Web Services

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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.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

06/12/2026

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