Managing Business Architect / Solution Architect (BTA) – Lead business architecture and solution architecture workstreams, including capability‑based roadmaps, target‑state operating models, solution designs, and governance
Demonstrate leadership across the architect community with a strong focus on outcomes and execution
Work with internal and external clients to build a holistic view of business strategy, capabilities, services, governance, organizational domains, and key business processes, translating business intent into actionable solution designs
Lead or contribute to the development of capability maps, value streams, and process models across Life Sciences functions such as R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Safety, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Enterprise Services
Design and visualize end‑to‑end solution architectures, spanning applications, integrations, and data flows; produce clear architecture diagrams and patterns that delivery teams can implement
Contribute to enterprise and domain architectures for Life Sciences ecosystems, including package‑based platforms and custom solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards
Define and guide integration patterns (API‑first, event‑driven, batch/streaming trade‑offs) between Life Sciences systems and enterprise platforms
Balance configuration vs. customization decisions for package‑based solutions, protecting upgrade paths, validation posture, and long‑term sustainability
Produce architecture artifacts for delivery teams including capability models, solution designs, process flows, interface definitions, and technical documentation
Partner closely with Data, AI, and Analytics teams to ensure solutions are data‑aware, AI‑ready, and aligned to governance expectations
Participate in vendor evaluations, RFP reviews, and solution assessments as part of platform selection and modernization initiatives
Support delivery teams during design, build, integration, testing, and deployment to ensure solutions align with intended architecture
Ensure SRE, observability, and DevSecOps considerations are embedded into solution designs in alignment with enterprise architecture standards
Actively use AI‑enabled tools to accelerate analysis, architecture definition, and delivery execution

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
12+ years of experience across business architecture, solution architecture, systems engineering, or enterprise delivery roles, with demonstrated ownership of complex initiatives
Strong understanding of Life Sciences operating models, regulated delivery expectations, and cross‑functional enterprise processes
Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into end‑to‑end solution designs, not just requirements or process models
Hands‑on knowledge of enterprise platforms and package‑based solutions, and how they are configured, extended, and integrated
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), integration architectures, APIs, and modern architectural patterns
Ability to connect business intent, solution design, and delivery feasibility, working effectively with engineering teams
Strong analytical, communication, and executive‑ready documentation skills
Familiarity with business and enterprise architecture frameworks (Capgemini Architecture Method, TOGAF, IAF, or similar) is a plus
Proven leadership, learning agility, and the ability to influence across business, technology, and delivery stakeholders
Hands‑on adoption of AI tools to improve speed, quality, and clarity of architecture outputs, with sound judgment around data governance.

Benefits

Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade
Company paid holidays
Personal Days
Sick Leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

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Hard Skills & Tools

business architecturesolution architecturecapability mapsvalue streamsprocess modelsintegration patternscloud platformsAPIsarchitecture diagramstechnical documentation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationanalytical skillsinfluencelearning agilitycollaborationexecutive-ready documentationproblem-solvingstakeholder managementadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Information SystemsBachelor’s degree in BusinessTOGAFCapgemini Architecture MethodIAF