Job Description

DigitalX our new information technology function is spearheading this value driven transformation across Astellas. We are looking for people who excel in embracing change, manage technical challenges and have exceptional communication skills.

We are seeking committed and talented Integration Architects, to join our new FoundationX team- which lies at the heart of DigitalX. As a member of our team within FoundationX, you will be responsible for ensuring our data driven systems are operational, scalable and continue to contain the right data to drive business value.

This position is based in Bengaluru and will require some on-site work.

Purpose and Scope:

As an Integration Architect, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining our data infrastructure. Your expertise in MuleSoft, Talend, Databricks, PySpark, SQL and other related technologies, will be instrumental in driving data-driven decision-making across the organization. You will play a pivotal role in building maintaining and enhancing our systems across the organization. This is a fantastic global opportunity to use your proven agile delivery skills across a diverse range of initiatives, utilize your development skills, and contribute to the continuous improvement/delivery of critical IT solutions.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Data Integration Pipeline Development: Design, build, and optimize data integration pipelines using appropriate tools. Ensure data quality, reliability, and scalability.

Mentorship and Leadership: Lead and mentor junior data engineers. Share best practices, provide technical guidance, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Data Strategy Contribution: Contribute to the organization's data strategy by identifying opportunities for data-driven insights and improvements.
Participate in smaller focused mission teams to deliver value driven solutions aligned to our global and bold move priority initiatives and beyond.

Design, develop and implement robust and scalable data analytics using modern technologies.

Collaborate with cross functional teams and practices across the organization including Commercial, Manufacturing, Medical, DataX, GrowthX and support other X (transformation) Hubs and Practices as appropriate, to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions.

Provide Technical Support to internal users troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring system uptime as soon as possible.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives identifying opportunities to optimize performance security and maintainability of existing data and platform architecture and other technology investments.

Participate in the continuous delivery pipeline. Adhering to DevOps best practices for version control automation and deployment. Ensuring effective management of the FoundationX backlog.

Leverage your knowledge of data engineering principles to integrate with existing data pipelines and explore new possibilities for data utilization.

Stay-up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in data engineering and cloud platforms.

Qualifications:

Required

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field (or equivalent experience.)

5+ years experience in building/operating data integrations

Very strong SQL skills and a proven track record of delivering business value

5+ years experience of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). A deeper understanding/certification of AWS and Azure is considered a plus

Any relevant cloud-based integration certification at professional level. For example:
AWS certified DevOps engineer (Professional),

AWS Certified Developer (Professional)

Mulesoft Certified integration architect Level 1 (Essential),

Microsoft Certified Azure Integration and Security.

Proficient in RESTful APIs

AWS, CDMP, MDM, DBA, SQL, SAP, TOGAF, API, CISSP, VCP (any relevant certification)

MuleSoft
Understanding of MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform and its components

Experience with designing and managing API-led connectivity solutions

Knowledge of integration patterns and best practices

Proficiency in network architecture and security concepts

AWS
Experience provisioning, operating, and managing AWS environments

Experience developing code in at least one high-level programming language

Understanding of modern development and operations processes and methodologies

Ability to automate the deployment and configuration of infrastructure using AWS services and tools

Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) methodologies and tools

Microsoft Azure
Fundamental understanding of Microsoft Azure and its services

Experience with Azure services related to computing, networking, storage, and security

Knowledge of general IT security principles and best practices

Understanding of cloud integration patterns and Azure integration services such as Logic Apps, Service Bus, and API Management

Preferred

Subject Matter Expertise: possess a strong understanding of data architecture/ engineering/operations/ reporting within Life Sciences/ Pharma industry across Commercial, Manufacturing and Medical domains.

Other complex and highly regulated industry experience will be considered across diverse areas like Commercial, Manufacturing and Medical.

Data Analysis and Automation Skills: Proficient in identifying, standardizing, and automating critical reporting metrics and modelling tools

Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to lead ad hoc analyses, identify performance gaps, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Technical Proficiency: Strong coding skills in SQL, R, and/or Python, coupled with expertise in machine learning techniques, statistical analysis, and data visualization.

Agile Champion: Adherence to DevOps principles and a proven track record with CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery.

Working Environment

At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

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Category FoundationX

Astellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans