Principal Solution Architect

Ready tocontribute meaningfully toAstraZeneca's digital transformation? Join us as a Principal Solution Architect and be at the heart of developing innovative solutions that drive our business capabilities forward. In this empowering role, you will help craft our digital journey to align with AstraZeneca's IT strategy, roadmap, principles, and standards.

Location: Södertälje, Sweden - Home to our Largest Manufacturing Site

Why This Role?

You will guide architectural design and innovation within AstraZeneca'sQualityAssurance andQuality Controlareasglobally (30+ Sites). Driven by a passion for enhancing Digital Laboratory and Manufacturing, your efforts will supportmoving us towards our'Lab of the Future'ambitionsthat willmakea positive impact onthepatientsour medicines treat.Collaborating closely with fellow architects and tech.professionals, you will help navigate the digital transformation of our operations, making a meaningful contribution to significant projects.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Design and govern solutions within AstraZeneca's strategic IT landscape to support progressive business projects.
  

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  Collaborate across multi-functional teams, encouraging relationships that ensure a secure and compliant environment.
  

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  Define the roadmapfor our futurelandscapeand encourage meaningful change by bringing fresh ideas and approaches.
  

Essential Skills/Experience:

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  Deep knowledge and experience in thoughtfully developing andmaintainingbusiness solution architectures within established frameworks.
  

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  Exceptional ability to influence and communicate, particularly between business and IT, along with a supportive approach to vendor management.
  

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  Experienced in thoughtfullyadvisingdiverse, multi-functional teams and gently guiding product evaluations and business case developments.
  

Desirable Skills/Experience:

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  Highly proactive with a customer-centredmindset, welcoming and valuing cross-cultural perspectives.
  

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  Background in nurturing talent and providing mentorship.
  

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  Familiar with a range of laboratory platforms and technologies, including Chromatography Data Systems, Laboratory Information Systems, and AI/ML.
  

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  Architecture certifications like TOGAF and foundation in cyber security.
  

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  Understanding of trends in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
  

AstraZeneca is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, encouraging applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.

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.