Solutions Architect

Solutions Architect -Omnichannel & Adobe

Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas

**Astellas’ Global Capability Centers - Overview**

Astellas’ Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are in India, Poland and Mexico.

The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.

Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviors, and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.

The position is based out of Bengaluru, KA and with 2 to 3 days work from office.

**Purpose and Scope**:
As a Solution Architect of a team of individuals, you will be a crucial player in driving our digital initiatives forward in our agile organization. Our agile operating model consists of two components - Digital Capability and Digital Execution. Digital Execution are about aligning multiple missions around business goals and facilitating collaboration on a larger scale. Digital Capability, on the other hand, focus on the growth and development of individuals within a specific expertise area. This dual structure enables us to scale agile practices efficiently while maintaining a focus on both product development and individual skill enhancement.

**Essential Job Responsibilities**:

- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and Digital teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Ensure that the proposed solutions align with the organization's strategic goals and technology standards.
- Initiatives & CI/CD Oversight: Provide technical leadership throughout the development life cycle, from initial concept through to implementation and support. Guide development teams to ensure adherence to architectural designs and best practices.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members within the subdivision and across other digital and business units such as Engineers, Business Analysts, Scrum Leads, Value Team captain to ensure effective implementation of the solution, achieving the organization’s objectives.
- Continuous Learning: Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in a specific area of expertise.
- Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and approaches to enhance project outcomes and digital capabilities.
- Reporting: Regularly report on initiative progress and outcomes/value to your Capability Lead and team members.
- Problem-Solving: Employ analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and deliver effective solutions.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure the highest quality and consistency in the work delivered.

**Qualifications**:
**Required**
- Minimum 7+ years of experience architecting solutions using Adobe Experience Manager.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience & exposure in the Adobe suite of products: Analytics, Audience, Marketo
- Strong background in software development with expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java,.NET, Python), databases, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Deep understanding of architectural principles, design pattern frameworks, and development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps).
- Ability to analyze complex business processes and create optimal technology solutions. Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges during the project lifecycle.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Possess strong knowledge of Core java concepts including Multithreading, Collections, Annotations, Reflections.
- Proficient in AEM Architecture, Application development and Deployment Cycles.
- Dynamic Media, Target, RTCDP.
- Experience in Customer Data Platform design for marketing.
- Experience with Adobe Experience Cloud products.

**Preferred**
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Marketing.
- Life Sciences / Pharma industry experience
- AEM Architect certification is a plus
- Certifications in specific technologies, architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), Agile delivery methodologies (e.g., SAFe) can be beneficial.
- Agile Champion: Adherence to DevOps principles and a proven track record with CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery