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# Software Engineer - AI Development

- **Company:** Merck Sharp & Dohme
- **Location:** West Point, PA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Code Review, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Github, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Application Frameworks, ReactJS, Data Management, Software Version Control, Databricks
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/software-engineer-ai-development-west-point-pa-usa-58857419

## About the Role

maintain * Support adoption of AI-enabled solutions and explore emerging technologies * Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and continuous improvement * Document solutions and share knowledge with the team * Contribute to Agile product teams through planning, development, and delivery activities Tasks * Understanding of software development fundamentals (programming, testing, debugging, version control) * Curiosity, creativity, and willingness to learn new technologies * Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills * Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues Key requirements * medical, dental, vision * 401(k) * paid holidays * vacation * compassionate and sick days

## Description

Experteer Overview As a Software Engineer, you join cross-functional teams to create software solutions that support research and business operations. You will work with engineers, scientists, and product teams to translate real-world challenges into scalable applications. You'll learn and apply cloud, data, and AI-enabled tools to accelerate scientific discovery and human/animal health. This role suits early-career professionals eager to learn, contribute, and grow in a collaborative environment. You'll contribute to Agile delivery and share knowledge to help the team move fast with impact. Compensation / Benefits * Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications for research and operations * Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and product teams to deliver solutions * Learn and apply modern technologies including cloud platforms, AI tools, web frameworks, and data platforms * Contribute to applications using AWS, React, Python, Databricks, Power Platform, GitHub, and SharePoint * Support adoption of AI-enabled solutions and explore emerging technologies * Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and continuous improvement * Document solutions and share knowledge with the team * Contribute to Agile product teams through planning, development, and delivery activities Tasks * Understanding of software development fundamentals (programming, testing, debugging, version control) * Curiosity, creativity, and willingness to learn new technologies * Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills * Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues Key requirements * medical, dental, vision * 401(k) * paid holidays * vacation * compassionate and sick days


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