Job Description

Job Title - Lead Consultant - Solution Engineer

Career Level - E

Leverage technology to impact patients and ultimately save lives

Do you have expertise in, and passion for, information technology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the IT strategy in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious disease. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.

ABOUT OUR IT TEAM

It\xe2\x80\x99s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in \xe2\x80\x93 but that\xe2\x80\x99s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that\xe2\x80\x99s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.

About the role

The Ops Enablement Solutions Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, implementation and support of AstraZeneca Information Services solutions. This will involve all aspects of planning, analysis, design, development, testing and implementation of solutions, and may involve working closely with third party suppliers. The role will also be involved in providing recommendations on enhancements, monitoring the performance and support maintenance of deployed solutions. The IT Infrastructure Engineer will adhere to the established AstraZeneca lifecycle methodology and practices and will be familiar with applications/infrastructure that their solutions will impact.

Provides technical expertise to project teams working on the development, implementation, maintenance and improvement of Information Services solutions and designs

Provides input into business cases, Request for Proposals, supplier selection and evaluation of proposals

Works with project teams to ensure effective interoperability of services and technologies and assures alignment of solution designs with AstraZeneca standards, policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements

Reviews impact assessments and delivery from internal or third party teams. Reports high-level risks to management

Works with Business Analysts to draw out, understand and validate business and functional requirements needed to ensure required service effects

Assists Senior IT Infrastructure Engineers in defining business solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategies and priorities, as well as the target benefits, value expected and established AstraZeneca standards and security policies

Identifies new hardware/software technologies to fit specialised business needs and configurations

Develops and configures solutions as required from conceptualisation through to stabilisation using various computer platforms

Conducts performance analysis and documents solution components

Implements test plans for solutions developed in-house (including functionality, integrity and stress testing; test matrices; and definition of test methodologies and strategy)

Implements solutions by analysing current system environments and infrastructures, using technical tools and utilities, performing complex product customisations, and developing implementation and verification procedures to ensure successful installation of systems hardware/software

Ensures maintenance and support activities are performed, as well as routine analysis and evaluation on resource requirements necessary to maintain and/or expand service levels

Through Innovative infrastructure solutions and process change programmes drive higher levels of service and customer experience.

Essential

Prior experience in an Information Services/Information Technology environment with good discernment

Demonstrable experience of maintaining relationships with 3rd party suppliers

Experience of working within a quality and compliance environment and application of policies, procedures and guidelines

Evidence of designing, shaping and implementing innovative infrastructure solutions and driving any changes

Relevant qualifications in Enterprise Management, Monitoring and Security Tooling.

Desirable

Well versed in ITIL V3.0 practices and process.

Skills and Capabilities

Essential

Good communication skills supporting joint working with geographically remote colleagues

Ability to interpret and communicate technical information into business language

Consistent record of designing, engineering and implementing Observability platforms, bringing to bear Enterprise Management, Monitoring & Security Tooling

Proven, excellent industry experience and ability to interact optimally and lead technology roadmaps with 3rd parties.

Desirable

Good commercial awareness and understanding of the external market

Demonstrate initiative, strong customer orientation, and cross-cultural working

Demonstrate initiative, strong customer orientation, and cross-cultural working

WHY JOIN US?

We\xe2\x80\x99re a network of high-reaching self-starters who supply to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering premier technology and data solutions.We\xe2\x80\x99re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it\xe2\x80\x99s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.

SO, WHAT\xe2\x80\x99S NEXT?

Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we\xe2\x80\x99d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we\xe2\x80\x99ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Date Posted 20-Jan-2024

Closing Date 19-Feb-2024

AstraZeneca 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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