Merck KGaA Posted October 1, 2026

IT Network Engineer

Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay Full time
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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your responsibilities

This position is an important part of the foundational layer of the infrastructure organization for the company. Communicate and collaborate effectively with other members of the network team, the IT organization and the business community. Act as an integral part of the global the network team providing support and services primarily during North American business hours. Handle support and escalation activities brought to the network group via support tickets, automated monitoring, user reporting, etc. Work outside of normal business hours may be required as necessitated by business need. Enforce network and security standards throughout the infrastructure. Always provide positive and professional user experience when engaging both internal and external users. Being part of a performance driven, risk-taking culture that promotes open and honest feedback. Think globally and work across departments and geographies, encouraging teamwork that respects diverse backgrounds and cultural differences to drive results.

Who you are

Between 1 to 3 years of experience in the IT field with an understanding of computers and computer networks

Bachelor’s degree or IT / Network Related Certifications preferred

Hands on and results-driven candidate with a willingness to learn who is seeking a deeper knowledge and understanding of computer networking

The ability to thrive in a fast paced and growing environment, while using sound judgment to resolve complex issues and challenges.

Natural team player, with the ability to understand business needs and interact cross-functionally

Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills

Comfortable initiating change.

Able to handle the stress related to balancing multiple issues and perspectives.

Strong communicator

Fluent in English

Candidates must be available to work special shifts and participate in an on-call rotation approximately once every ten (10) weeks.

Candidates will be selected to fill in the new second shift in our operations (working shift from 2pm to 10pm)

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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

En el marco de la Ley 19.691 el llamado comprende a candidatos que estén inscriptos en el Registro Nacional de Personas con Discapacidad que funciona en el Ministerio de Desarrollo Social.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Information Technology
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Montevideo, Montevideo, Uruguay
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Information Technology role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 1167 comparable Information Technology roles across 74 biopharma companies.

1167Comparable roles tracked
1083Currently active
74Companies hiring similar roles
35Countries represented

Salary context

162 of 1167 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · 2027 Business Technology Solutions Intern - Cybersecurity (Undergraduate) · AbbVie $21/hr – $37/hr (≈ $43,680–$76,960/yr)
Peer group range $60,320 – $400,000 (median $185,000)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 1167 comparable roles

India488
United States310
Spain90
Poland71
Portugal22
China17

+ 29 more countries

Seniority mix

667 of 1167 peers have a known seniority level

Senior272
Manager143
Principal67
Associate Director55
Associate49
Director41
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc21
Senior Director13
Executive/VP6

Therapeutic area mix

2 of 1167 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology1
Vaccines & Infectious Disease1

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How we calculate "similar"

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Every comparison starts from the same 100-point budget: 25 for working in the same function, 40 for the same therapeutic area, 20 for the same or adjacent seniority, 15 for the same country. A dimension we can't confirm on both sides contributes nothing, never a guess, never a free pass.

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