Senior Functional DevOps Engineer

Are you ready to be at the forefront of innovation and impact patient outcomes on a global scale? AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Functional Dev Ops Engineer to join our R&D IT Solution Delivery Team. In this role, you'll manage and maintain our clinical data analytics solutions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of compliance. You'll collaborate with a multi-functional team, driving ground-breaking projects that harness the power of data, machine learning, and technology. This is your chance to contribute to a digital and data-led enterprise, crafting life-changing insights from sophisticated information.

Accountabilities:
- Build, test, deploy, and release fixes adhering to SDLC and ITIL processes using Agile methodology.
- Address application enhancements and upgrades as needed.
- Own L2/L3 level tickets/tasks and drive them to resolution.
- Troubleshoot application issues, and provide fixes through code changes when required.
- Resolve user-reported issues within defined timelines.
- Proactively monitor support channels, acknowledging and responding to issues swiftly.
- Liaise with internal teams/vendors for application and project support.
- Communicate effectively during planned/unplanned outages and lead resolution calls.
- Maintain documentation standards by creating and publishing Knowledge Base Articles.
- Manage JIRA backlogs, stories, and epics based on business priority.
- Engage with collaborators effectively.
- Continuously learn and upskill in alignment with organizational goals.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
- Proven experience in analytical and reporting tools.
- Experience in data engineering and data pipelines.
- Proficiency in inbound/outbound integration and ETL processes.
- Effective team player across programming, biostatistics, data management, and clinical sciences.
- Knowledge of relational databases and clinical data management systems.
- Familiarity with change management in a GxP-validated SaaS environment.
- Excellent communication skills and relationship management.
- Independent working capabilities with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodology.
- Experience with JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket.
- Engineering approach for Clinical Data Solutions design and implementation.
- Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and deliver with high satisfaction.
- Strong communication skills for leading technical personnel and senior stakeholders in urgent situations.
- Knowledge of build tools and CI/CD platforms.
- Experience with Cloud Platforms like AWS, and Azure.
- Programming experience in Java or similar languages.
- Experience in workshop material development, training, gap analyses, or requirements gathering.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Experience with EDC build (Rave)/Inform and global library maintenance support.
- Familiarity with SaaMa, life science data hubs, or e-clinical systems.
- Self-motivated contributor to rapidly evolving programs.
- Experience in a global organization with dispersed stakeholders and team members.
- Specialized analysis and reporting standards development expertise.
- Accredited certifications from SCDM/ACDM or vendor-offered data management training.
- Comprehensive knowledge of clinical trial development processes and systems.
- Implementation experience with IT Solutions Industry Standards (e.g., SDTM CDISC).
- Understanding of FDA/ICH guidelines for clinical study data.
- Experience with external vendors and CROs for standards or EDC integrations.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we're not just about doing business; we're about pioneering partnerships, fostering ecosystems, and sharing innovative thinking. We take pride in our collective knowledge, which empowers us to shape ideas into reality. Here, accountability is key as we invent, build, and deliver solutions that have a tangible impact on patients' lives every day.

Ready to shape the future of healthcare? Apply now and join our mission to decode complex challenges into practical solutions that improve lives

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.