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Job Title: Associate Director - Integration and API ManagementCareer Level - FIntroduction to role:Join us at AstraZeneca in the role of Associate Director - Enablement Capability Lead - Integration and API Management. You will be part of our IT team, working in the Integration & API Management (I&APIM) domain, responsible for the build and delivery of enterprise integration services to support all AstraZeneca business domains. Our main objective is to deliver self-service enabling capabilities for reusable integration products & services to the enterprise. This is an outstanding opportunity to work inclusively in a complementary team to motivate change and make a real difference.Accountabilities:In this role, you will use your extensive experience, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical industry knowledge, and an in-depth understanding of APIs, API management, integration solutions, technologies, and different architectural design patterns to build and deliver an end-user focused enablement service. You will be responsible for building strong strategic relationships with sophisticated customer groups and senior collaborators, translating demand/ideas into features for development, leading business impact assessments, and driving adoption through communication and evangelization.Essential Skills/Experience:

• Degree or relevant business qualification
• Good experience from integration design, development, lifecycle management, and universal API management
• Experience in and knowledge of bio-pharma industry
• Hands-on experience of using Enterprise integration and API platforms such as API (MuleSoft, Apigee, AWS/Azure APIs, etc.), ETL/ELT (SnapLogic, Talend, Informatica, etc.), PubSub/Queue (Cloud AMQP, SQS, SNS, etc.), streaming (Kafka, etc.), data and warehouse (Snowflake, SAP, etc.)
• Having previously lead activities in the context of an integration centre of excellence or enablement
• Evidence of leading and developing innovative solutions
• A proven track record of delivering results
• Substantial experience in agile ways of working
• Experience of managing third party suppliers
• Agile development methodologies
• Demonstrable experience of working across a variety of stakeholders and geographies to successful outcome
• Experience of building high value business cases & mobilising high value investments
• Evidence of leading and developing innovative solutions
• Product Ownership experience

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn\'t mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.At AstraZeneca, we dare to lead. We are a network of entrepreneurial self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We optimise and revolutionise AstraZeneca by maximising efficiencies and finding new ways to drive productivity. We're part of a global company that's investing in a bold digital strategy; to become a truly data-led enterprise that disrupts the entire industry. Here you get to craft your own path, but with the support you need to thrive and develop. Develop a high-performance mindset through recognition, coaching and feedback. It's a place for lifelong learning.Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Join us today!Date Posted 05-Jul-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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