Roche
Pharma
SolutionArchitect
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“Solution Architect at Roche. Skills: Solution Architecture, GxP Compliance, Integration Design, Stakeholder Management. Design business-driven, standards-based, and future-ready solutions. Define and maintain architecture across the full product lifecycle”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure technology landscape is compliant, scalable, and aligned with Roche's enterprise standards; Enable seamless transition of PTD systems into the RDT TechOps model; Ensure systems remain audit-ready in a regulated environment; Continuously improve the solution landscape; Establish a reliable source of truth for future scalability; Deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact
Industry & Context.
Translate complex business and scientific requirements into future-ready architectural solutions; Managing technical debt; Driving integration strategies; Ensuring systems remain audit-ready; Proactively identify and address technical debt; Identify opportunities to enhance value
Hybrid work model (average two days per week in office), Flex Location (possibility to perform our work from different places in the world for a certain period of time)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field, Demonstrated experience designing business-driven, standards-based solutions within a complex or multi-system product context, Experience maintaining solution roadmaps, assessing technology trends, and conducting vendor assessments across a multi-application landscape, Proven ability to create conceptual and logical data models, define integration patterns, and govern non-functional requirements and fitness functions, understanding of GxP-regulated environments and Computer System Validation (CSV) principles, Experience with integration technologies, API design, and data flow management across heterogeneous application landscapes, Proficiency in defining and maintaining Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) and contributing to enterprise architecture governance, Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, A proactive mindset, Full professional fluency in English
Nice to Have
pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated life sciences environment, Embed compliance-by-design into solution architecture, Mentor colleagues on architectural best practices
What You'll Do.
Design business-driven
and future-ready solutions
Define and maintain architecture across the full product lifecycle
Develop end-to-end solution designs
Manage complex integrations and data flows
Translate high-level business and scientific requirements into detailed solution designs
Ensure all architectural designs comply with GxP
and Roche security standards
Embed compliance-by-design principles into solution architecture
Define and govern non-functional requirements (NFRs)
Establish reference architectures
and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
Maintain the architectural vision and technology roadmap
Proactively identify and address technical debt
Evaluate emerging technologies
Conduct vendor assessments
Ensure architectural artifacts
solution design documents
integration data flows
and technical specifications are captured
Act as a bridge between business stakeholders
Communicate complex architectural concepts clearly
Build consensus across diverse
cross-functional teams
Align with the RDT architecture community
Contribute to governance practices
Provide technical oversight and guidance to product and delivery teams
Mentor colleagues on architectural best practices
Contribute to the development of the broader RDT architecture community
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with product owners, delivery managers, validation leads, and MSP vendors; Build consensus across diverse, cross-functional teams; Align with the RDT architecture community; Contribute to governance practices; Provide technical oversight and guidance to product and delivery teams; Mentor colleagues on architectural best practices
Communication Scope
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills; Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences; Influence stakeholders at all levels
Process & Methodology
Manage complex integrations, Manage data flows, Translate requirements into technical backlogs
Full Job Description
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. ## ### The Position **Solution Architect - Roche Digital Technology** **Roche Digital Technology (RDT)** is where innovation meets purpose. As a global team at the heart of Roche, we are a community of business-minded technologists committed to help shape tomorrow’s digital future of healthcare. Our mission is to power Roche through cutting-edge digital technologies, harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence, data, and scalable tech innovations. Driven by purpose and passion, we’re building a future where digital is a core strength across all of Roche, enabling smarter ways of working, unlocking human potential, and driving breakthroughs that truly matter for millions of patients around the world. At Roche, **we offer a hybrid work model** that combines flexibility with in-person collaboration. For now, we require our employees to be in our offices on average two days per week. The specific office days may vary depending on business needs, such as workshops, conferences, town halls, team meetings, and other collaborative events. At Roche, we**bridge scientific curiosity with technical excellence to accelerate life-changing medicines**. As a Solution Architect within RDT Pharma Medicines TechOps, you will design and govern the technical architecture of digital systems supporting Pharma Technical Development (PTD) – spanning drug substance, drug product, quality, and supply chain domains. Your work will ensure that our technology landscape is compliant, scalable, and aligned with Roche's enterprise standar
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