Merck & Co.

Job Description

Our company specializes in the development of animal health management solutions. We are a multidisciplinary product company, a diverse team of ~450 closely collaborating scientists, AI experts, software, hardware, and mechanical engineers… working alongside veterinarians and other animal experts. Our passion? Shaping the future of animal health and well-being (for much better!).

Our products and platforms identify trends and predict the likelihood of health outcomes for HUNDREDS of MILLIONS of animals each year, from pets, to poultry, farm animals, and even fish. We provide actionable insights for veterinarians, farmers, and producers, changing the way people care for animals in 150 markets.

So, if you’re looking to work in a company that combines pioneering science and technology, dedicated colleagues, and animals, you’ll find it all here – come join us!

We’re looking for a DevOps Engineer to temporarily join our cross-functional DevOps team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple tech domains - Hardware and Algorithms - and tackle challenges outside mainstream DevOps environments. If you enjoy variety, learning new tools, and collaborating across teams, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support CI/CD pipelines (currently in Azure DevOps)
• Troubleshoot build and integration issues across varied environments
• Research and adopt tools or solutions outside the DevOps mainstream
• Collaborate with developers and other teams as needed
• Document processes and contribute to the team’s knowledge base

Requirements:

Must-Have Skills:

• 1–2 years of experience with CI/CD using Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of Git and Bash scripting
• Comfortable working primarily on Linux, with some exposure to Windows
• Experience working with Python, Docker, and Artifactory to support development and deployment
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) with strong communication skills
• Good problem-solving and communication skills

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with GitHub Actions
• Broader knowledge of the AWS ecosystem
• Terraform knowledge for infrastructure management
• Familiarity with MLOps tools and approaches
• Familiarity with other languages such as C#, C, or MATLAB

What We Value:

• Open-mindedness and a broad perspective on systems and project goals
• Quick learning and adaptability
• Willingness to adapt, learn new technologies, and work in a dynamic environment
• Desire to collaborate with teams across various technical domains and projects
• A hands-on, proactive approach with curiosity and initiative

MDAHTL

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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:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Management Process

Preferred Skills:

Capacity Management, Change Controls, Configuration Management (CM), Network Design, Release Management, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Administration, Systems Integration

Job Posting End Date:

07/31/2025

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