Sr. Arch, IT Cloud

Lead IT system architecture, design solutions, manage vendors, software contracts and projects focused on cloud infrastructure and IP protection Key Responsibilities: • Architect robust cloud solutions that are scalable and meet the needs of solution development while ensuring solutions architecture is in adherence to appropriate regulatory requirements • Evaluate new IT technologies and build effective solutions for NPD • Architect end-to-end solutions using Cloud services and microservices (e.g., IoT and Container Services) and partner with key stakeholders (e.g., BU) to evaluate business needs • Develop configuration management/application deployment using tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, and/or Chef) for assigned software products • Perform complex software code review for products and may verify review of from team members • Lead in streamlining IT Business processes impacting NPD • Manage vendor relationship and harmonize needs across all stakeholders • Other duties as assigned by Management: Provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer to other team members Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in in related field , 10 years years experience of related experience Required Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment Preferred Experience with hospital networks, server and network infrastructure Preferred Experience with Design for Six Sigma or related product development methods and processes Preferred Other: Certifications in related disciplines Required Knowledge of Medical Device product lifecycle to provide technical leadership Preferred Additional Skills: • Demonstrated experience with best of Breed Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure and Software solutions • Demonstrated experience with two or more of the following: AWS S3, Redshift, Azure DW, Azure blob Storage • Demonstrated experience on best practices for AWS or Azure account setup, governance, and architecture • Experience with system engineering for combined hardware, software systems • Java, Python or other Object-Oriented Programming and troubleshooting skills preferred • Proficiency with software tools for requirements management, engineering analysis, and statistical analysis. • Demonstrated technical project management skills on multi-year projects with multi-functional teams • Advanced experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS preferred • Familiarity with container and resource management technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, Apache Mesos preferred • Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives • Recognized as an expert in own area within the organization while applying broad-based technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines • Expert knowledge of Azure IaaS components like VMs, Virtual networks, Storage and PaaS components like App Service, Serverless computing, Storage • Expert knowledge of AWS VPCs, Subnets, EC2s, routing. • Expert knowledge of AWS Compute, Storage, IoT, Developer Tools. • Expert knowledge of IaC toolsets such as Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, Powershell etc. • Ability to do Code Review for all Cloud Automation Scripts mostly written in Python, CloudFormation, Powershell etc • Strict attention to detail • Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment • Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic? As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others). Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits: Competitive Compensation and Benefits package Flexible working hours, remote working Pension Plan Risk Life Insurance Virtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare) Meal Benefits Service Awards Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits Flexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria) Employee Stock Purchase Program Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym, Yoga, Pilates or SM System classes, massages, fresh fruit in the office, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational events, charity activities and much more. Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location. Originally posted on Himalayas