Senior Solution Architect (MAKE)

AstraZeneca

Wuxi, Jiangsu
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Typical AccountabilitiesThis role is accountable for the solution architecture and design across AstraZeneca’s Operations Manufacturing (MAKE) domain with a focus on Data & Analytics, Digital and IIOT capabilities. You will ideally be experienced in manufacturing technologies and be capable bridging the gap between IT and OT in a secure, future-looking manner.You will be the responsible architect on projects within areas including but not limited to: Autonomous Factory, Digital Transformation and key strategic global programmes supporting manufacturing of our product portfolio. You will be required to analyse, conceptualise, design and govern across AstraZeneca’s strategic IT landscape to in order to support business projects.

Accountable for the architecture and design of comprehensive set of solutions that meet business requirements and are aligned to AstraZeneca’s Enterprise Architecture, providing subject matter expertise to ensure business opportunities are identified and realised in line with a standard and cost effective architecture.
Work with third party suppliers as required and contributes to the creation of functional design documents
Work with third party suppliers to verify technical development and delivery are in adherence with the Architecture Roadmap
Contribute to the development of the Architecture Capability by documenting and sharing knowledge and best practices with peer Architects
Accountable for the direction, performance and ongoing health of the current solution architectures within one or more given portfolios.
Define and manage the Architecture Principles for the given portfolio(s).
The role will guide and support other architects (including third party suppliers) in the development and documentation of IS/IT architectures for complex and business critical projects.
The role will be accountable for driving solution evaluation and selection decisions, buy vs. build decisions, and early-phase project estimates which contribute to the business case.
Lead the effort to ensure that common architecture decisions support the business and IS strategy, and that the architectures delivered are compliant with relevant AZ architecture standards, blueprints and roadmaps.
Participate in Architecture Assessments & Reviews either as Lead Reviewing Architect or as a Subject Matter Expert in the review team.
Contribute to the development of the Architecture Capability within AZ by documenting and sharing knowledge and best practices with peer Architects
Be accountable for the architecture and design of comprehensive solutions that meet business requirements and are aligned to AstraZeneca’s Enterprise Architecture,
Provide subject matter expertise to ensure business opportunities are identified and realised in line with a standard and cost effective solution architecture.
Guide and support other architects (including third party suppliers) in the development and documentation of IS/IT architectures for complex and business critical projects.
Be accountable for driving solution evaluation and selection decisions, buy vs. build decisions, early-phase project estimates, and proof of concepts which contribute to the business case.
Create estimates for solution delivery including expertise to validate third party estimates and hence ensure value for money
Deliver feedback to Enterprise Architects on how to improve Architecture Standards
Document best practices, drive reuse of existing solutions and in cooperation with other Architects promote new solutions for reuse.
Escalate (to Enterprise Architects) architecture design issues related to possible alternative solutions
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Education, Qualifications, and ExperienceEssential

Experience implementing and maintaining business solution architectures under any formal framework for their domain of architecture
Manufacturing platforms and domain related technologies such as: MES, Historian, OEE solutions, IIoT, Edge technology, cloud, zero-trust, OT, Relational Databases and Big Data technologies, AI/ML, data streaming, data modelling, real-time inference
Demonstrable experience in IT/OT strategy development and execution, preferably in a senior role.
Good understanding of IT/OT architectures, systems, standards and technologies including ISA95, IEC62443, cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity, and industrial automation.
Proven consultancy experience designing end to end solutions that operate across all domains of IT.
Experience developing and leading innovative solutions
Proven experience of leading change and challenging approaches/ideas.
Proven ability to influence across business and IT.
Experience developing and managing relationships with third party suppliers
Experience with policies, procedures and guidelines within a quality, compliant, and secure environment
Experience with large scale solution Justification phase work – product evaluation, business case formulation
Experience directing cross functional teams

Desirable

Demonstrated initiative, strong customer orientation, and cross-cultural working
People Development experience
Architecture certifications, e.g. TOGAF
Understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry, IT trends and of competitor activity

Date Posted 22-3月-2024Closing DateAstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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