Job Title: Associate Engineer - RPA Platform

Career Level – C1

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 commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.

ABOUT OUR IT TEAM

It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s 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 inclusively together.

Robotic Process Automation Function lead the strategy & support of our Shared Service platform (RPA Tool - Automation Anywhere) which is used to support IT, HR and Finance and there are great opportunities to use the capability to introduce efficient processes, workflow, features and functionality to improve further services to our customers. We work closely with Automation Anywhere to develop solutions and prioritize the introduction of new features and services to transform our IT services for our customers within AstraZeneca, enabling all areas of our business. We maintain the Control Room and associated License for AstraZeneca.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Robotic Process Automation Platform Function are responsible to:

• Ensure the RPA Control Room & Clients are Available, Reliable and continuous for the business
• Ensure the platform is secured. Access controls are maintained and led as per GXP and SOX guideline, provide evidences to Audit
• Ensure the license allocation and usage across the RPA platform
• Partnership with CFIT Development RPA team, IT capacity are well forecasted
• Demand Delivery of client machines to support the Accelerate process
• Ensure the RPA Platform is uplifted, patching cycles are aligned with the Automation Anywhere roadmaps
• Evaluate options to maximise the license and client utilisation by streamlining the process
• Release management of the BOT into production, and handle access and controls

Key Accountabilities

• To Lead Virtual Machines using VMWare vSphere Client, working knowledge in VMware / other virtual software required
• To Run Windows Server 2016 / MS-SQL 2016
• Diagnose and fix system (Virtual Machines, Control Room Windows Servers) for faster workaround /resolution
• Responsible for the availability of RPA IT Platform, must upgrade RPA Platform when required
• Administer the Back-up/restore, client/Server Patching monthly & Quarterly
• Install, maintain and support applications and Infrastructure for changing demands.
• Must have a basic knowledge on TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP services to diagnose and solve issues at Network layer
• Must have knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policies and its concepts, and the interaction between hardware, operating systems, network, data centre, and application software, Linux and Unix are a plus.
• Must be able to handle the Incident, Request and Problem within the agreed SLA
• Perform Proactive & Reactive Monitoring of IT Infrastructure, action on Major & Critical alert whenever triggered.

Experience, Qualification, Skills, Certifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate can be between 1 - 7 years of demonstrated ability
• Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Good to have candidates with industry relevant certification (VMWare, Windows, AWS, Automation Anywhere, UI Path, Blue prism, etc.,)
• ITIL Foundation Certified will be an advantage
• knowledge of Hybrid / Cloud Infrastructure will be an added advantage
• Candidate must have good ability to balance partner demand and influence IT stakeholders
• Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills; self-driven, detail oriented, and

• Candidate should be flexible and adaptable with the ability to work on multiple assignments and must be customer-facing;
• Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical and aggressive timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and appropriately prioritize tasks, and keep abreast of the latest technology.
• Capability to work with people in different time zones.

WHY JOIN US ?

We’re a network of entrepreneurial self-starters who contribute to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering extraordinary technology and data solutions.

We’re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it’s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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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.