Accelerator - Software Engineer (Paris)

Location

Paris (Hybrid - 2 days remote, 3 days on-site)

Job Title

Software Engineer

About The Job

At Sanofi Accelerator's R&D, we work at the intersection of science and software, partnering closely with product teams and scientists to revolutionize how we approach drug development. Our mission is to leverage cutting‑edge technology to innovate across the entire R&D pipeline, from initial research through clinical trials. We are an innovative global healthcare company dedicated to improving people’s lives through science.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust software solutions that accelerate research workflows and improve data analysis capabilities.
• Lead technical decision‑making for key projects, ensuring scalable and maintainable architectures.
• Mentor junior engineers and build a strong engineering culture.
• Set technical standards and drive adoption of best practices across the team.
• Support and collaborate with other teams to optimize workflows and eliminate bottlenecks.
• Advocate for best engineering practices.
• Surprise us.

Technical Requirements

• Experience with one or more major cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Infrastructure as Code – Terraform, AWS CDK, or similar.
• Proficiency in JavaScript / Node.js.
• Proficiency in React or a similar framework.
• Experience building and maintaining microservice architectures, designing APIs, and applying cloud security best practices.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices and DevOps principles.

Soft & Behavioral Skills

• Experience working with multiple teams to drive alignment and results.
• Service‑oriented, flexible, and a team player who takes initiative.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Growth mindset with enthusiasm for learning new technologies and approaches.
• Innovation‑focused with a willingness to experiment and introduce improved ways of working.
• Surprise us with innovative approaches to exponentially increase our productivity.

Your Background

• 5+ years of experience (or equivalent knowledge). If you feel qualified, apply regardless of years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience is a plus.
• Experience in an innovative, fast‑paced environment.

What We Offer You

A fixed salary over 12 months, supplemented by a short‑term incentive, as well as a collective variable compensation based on Sanofi Group results.

Benefits & Well‑being: Quality health insurance, extended maternity/parental leave (18/14 weeks), enhanced support in case of illness, teleconsultation and second medical opinion covered, and many wellness programs.

Work‑Life Balance: 31 days of paid leave + RTT depending on your status, remote work up to 2 days/week.

Transportation: Public transport coverage up to 80%.

Savings & Retirement: Group Savings Plan , PERCOL with employer matching, and PERO.

Professional Development: Internal and international mobility opportunities, learning & development opportunities.

Additional perks: peer‑to‑peer recognition platforms, service exchanges, and CSE benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.