Integration Architect

Industry: Pharma Remote in Europe B2B contract Purpose of the Role: The Data, Analytics, and AI Organization of the Digital Transformation Unit operates a global transactional data integration backbone. This platform is designed to connect internal and external applications and systems, providing a uniform experience for customers, consumers, and employees. The backbone offers composable infrastructure modules, development frameworks, CI/CD automations, and developer tooling to software engineering teams that build integrations on top of the platform. As a Senior Integration Architect, you will be responsible for planning and designing integration processes while leading a team of engineers to implement those processes. A key activity will be aligning with Squad Leads in your Unit regarding new interfaces. Your Tasks & Responsibilities: • Integration Planning and Design: Lead the planning and design of integration processes & interfaces to ensure effective connectivity between various systems and applications, predominantly in Manufacturing area. • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and support in the implementation of integration solutions. • Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with Squad Leads and other stakeholders to understand integration requirements and align integration strategies with business goals. • Technical Oversight: Ensure that integration solutions are scalable, reliable, and maintainable, adhering to best practices in IT architecture. • Documentation and Standards: Create, maintain & review comprehensive documentation for integration processes, standards, and best practices. • Intercultural Communication: Foster an environment of open communication and collaboration among diverse teams across different geographical locations. Who You Are: • Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related field. Significant relevant experience may also be considered. • Technical Skills: • Proficiency in IT Architecture & design: specifically in system integration, designing distributed systems and API design. • Experience with NodeJS and AWS services (SQS, CloudWatch, Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway, IAM, Networking Service, Document DB). • Familiarity with IaaS (Terraform). • Azure DevOps, GitHub Repos, and GitHub Actions. • Linux command line tools and shell scripting. • Compliance Regulations: Experience with building IT system in a GxP environment. • Project Management Experience: Demonstrated experience in managing IT projects, Agile Project Management techniques, coordinating with international partners, and understanding the structure of large organizations, estimating costs and timelines. • Integration and Automation Expertise: Knowledge of CI/CD processes and experience in building and deploying integration solutions. • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively. • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders. • Intercultural Competence: Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment, respecting diverse perspectives and fostering teamwork. • Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, both spoken and written. German is a plus. Other Details: This position may require flexibility for remote work arrangements. The role involves collaborating with teams across various regions and will include responsibilities related to fostering integration in a global context.