Senior Application Architect

Pharma International S.A. • Apex, NC

24d

About The Position

Körber is the home for passionate people who innovate, collaborate and love what they do. Entrepreneurial spirit is our joint DNA. We develop future technologies and support talents to deploy their skills and reach their full potential. We combine our strong heritage with our understanding for local specifics and a global mindset to bring people together and create valuable solutions for our customers. We aim for being the first to do the right thing at the right time. We are seeking a Senior Application Architect to join our team at Koerber Pharma Software, Inc. Application Architects play a critical role in the design, build and deployment of Körber's MES solution, PAS-X, and work closely with clients' process experts and the Körber development team to ascertain successful completion of projects. In addition, they will adhere to quality and GAMP guidelines throughout the full system development life cycle. Join the home for entrepreneurs!

Requirements

• You have a bachelor's degree in a science or computer science field; MBA or Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with PAS-X MES software in a consulting role or as a process expert in the life sciences industry
• Over 5 years of experience in system integration, troubleshooting, and performance analysis in compliance with GAMP, cGxP, and FDA regulations (cGMP, 21 CFR Parts 210, 211, 11), including delivery of full SDLC and computer system validation documentation for pharmaceutical companies
• Strong knowledge of MES, ERP, and Level 2 system architecture, with a broad understanding of related business functions
• Extensive knowledge of the life sciences industry
• Self-motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Strong analytical skills with excellent verbal and written communication
• Flexible, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through effective problem-solving
• Demonstrated decisiveness in resolving problems, making decisions, and prioritizing tasks
• Willingness to travel approximately 10-15% of the time

Nice To Haves

• MBA or Master's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• You will monitor and supervise the project throughout its lifecycle, serving as the main contact for the customer and project team regarding PAS-X functionality, interfaces, external tools, validation, and infrastructure
• Discuss requirements and solutions with the customer, identify potential implementation challenges, and organize workshops to analyze customer processes and requirements. Use the gathered knowledge to design and implement an efficient architectural PAS-X solution with a team of technical experts
• Analyze and understand customer manufacturing processes and map them into Körber's PAS-X MES software
• Support the project across all phases: Sales, Fit, Build, and Run
• Create and adjust lifecycle documents, including functional specifications and risk assessments
• Execute and manage test activities, such as FAT and SAT
• Act as the link between the customer and project team, communicating with teams and stakeholders on both sides, translating requirements into functional and technical terms
• Provide the customer with best practice recommendations for PAS-X setup and usage
• Support the project on/off site during go-live and critical situations
• Coach team members in practical system usage
• Build, maintain, and provide process and application expertise for internal or external products and platforms
• Assist the project management team with project planning and execution

Benefits

• You will work in a modern work environment with open culture towards improvements and new ideas
• You are part of a global operating company with a wide customer basis and a growing business
• You profit from international cooperation within group-expert network to implement corporate wide concepts
• You will work in a team who is focusing on customer requirements
• You will get an attractive compensation package including health, dental, vision insurance and retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level