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Astellas Pharma Automation Engineer - Solutions Lead in Bengaluru, India
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com (https://www.astellas.com/en) .
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact
Purpose and Scope:
As a Automation Engineer - Solutions Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the automation and workflow management architecture and strategy for Astellas. Your expertise and proven experience will drive the design, development, and scalability of our automation/workflow management/AI solutions utilizing Machine Learning algorithms and APIs. You will play a pivotal role in building maintaining and enhancing our automation capabilities across the organization. This is a fantastic global opportunity to use your proven agile delivery skills across a diverse range of initiatives, utilise your development skills, and contribute to the continuous improvement/delivery of critical IT solutions.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Design and Architect Automation Frameworks/solutions: Develop and execute strategies for automation processes utilizing Workflow Management, AI and Machine Learning across the business.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives identifying opportunities to optimize performance security and maintainability of existing automation architecture and other technology investments.
Participate in smaller focused mission teams to deliver value driven solutions aligned to our global and bold move priority initiatives and beyond.
Maintain Automation Systems: Ensure the ongoing functionality and efficiency of automation systems.
Develop Project Plans: Create detailed plans for automation initiatives, including resource and budget estimations.
Create Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of automation processes and test procedures.
Provide Training: Offer guidance and training to team members on automation tools.
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 Level 3 and 4 Technical Support to development and testing solutions
Participate in the continuous delivery pipeline Adhering to DevOps best practices for version control automation and deployment. Ensuring effective management of the PlatformX backlog.
Stay-up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in Automation and AI
Collaborate with cross functional teams and practices across the organisation including Commercial, Manufacturing, Medical, InformationX, 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.
Participate in the continuous delivery pipeline. Adhering to DevOps best practices for version control automation and deployment. Ensuring effective management of the PlatformX backlog.
Database Management: Develop strategies for automating database operations, including data migration, backup, and recovery.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Regularly monitor performance of applications and identify bottlenecks.
Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 6-8 years in software development and automation, with at least 3-5 years in an architect role.
Proficient in Search Processing Language (SPL) and query optimization
Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Jenkins), programming languages (e.g., Java, Python), and database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
Experienced in data onboarding (parsing, field extractions, source types)
Skilled in building interactive dashboards with tokens, drilldowns, and visualizations
Knowledge of indexing, retention policies, and bucket management
Familiar with Splunk REST API and Python SDK for automation
Able to integrate Splunk with external tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira)
Strong troubleshooting skills for data ingestion, parsing, and performance issues
Understands CIM (Common Information Model) and data normalization
Experience with query performance tuning (e.g., summary indexing, report acceleration)
Experience with distributed Splunk architecture (indexers, search heads, forwarders)
Worked on multiple Python-based projects and Workflow Management implementations
Deep understanding of various machine learning algorithms and their applications.
5-7 years of experience in software development and coding in other automation languages, Automation Solutions Architecting,
Model Deployment: Experience in deploying AI models into production environments.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
Monitor and report on the performance and effectiveness of the automated processes.
Experience within Life Sciences/ Pharma /Manufacturing industry is preferred.
Agile Practices: Experience working in agile development environments, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
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, ML, Python, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Power Apps, SharePoint, Dynamics 365, Workflow Automation, API Integration and data visualization.
Agile Champion: Adherence to DevOps principles, automation, and a proven track record with CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery
Understand and Interpret business requirements and can term them into technical requirements.
Preferred
Certifications in any automation platforms – Automation Anywhere, Ignio, MyWizard
Proven experience in developing/ Architecting solutions Automation platform solutions.
Any relevant certification at professional level. For example
Workflow Specialist (Professional),
Microsoft Certified Power Automate Developer Associate.
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
Artificial Intelligence Engineer (AIE) Certification
IBM/Google Cloud/AWS Machine Learning Professional Certificate
Training in areas such as machine learning and/or artificial intelligence
Subject Matter Expertise: possess a strong understanding of data architecture/ engineering/operations/ reporting within Life Sciences/ Pharma (regulated) industry across Commercial, Manufacturing and Medical domains.
Experience with cloud-based automation and DevOps practices is a plus.
Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to lead ad hoc analyses, identify performance gaps, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
What awaits you at Astellas?
Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
Values: Innovation, Integrity and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.
Behaviors: We come together as ‘One Astellas’ , working with courage and a sense of urgency . We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Working Environment
This permanent position will be hybrid 2-3 days / week and based in Bengaluru, India
Astellas is a global company. Successful candidates will be expected to work across different time zones and according to regions or specific locations based upon demand.
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Astellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.
EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans