Amgen Inc. is hiring a Specialist IS Architect RapidResponse (Maestro)

Career Category Information Systems Role: The optimal candidate will demonstrate a stellar performance history in a technology-focused sector with exceptional expertise in supply chain technology system design principles. This professional will engage in comprehensive requirement collection from business collaborators, evaluate system compatibility and potential gaps, develop sophisticated solutions within product teams, and create proof-of-concept prototypes for emerging system needs. As a key member of the RapidResponse product team, they will architect, configure, and implement technology solutions aligned with organizational objectives. The role demands overseeing complete solution delivery while serving as the primary client interface for design, development, integration, and user validation through cross-functional team collaboration. The ideal candidate possesses advanced business analysis capabilities, profound technical understanding of software development lifecycles, and demonstrated proficiency in managing intricate integration initiatives while maintaining stringent privacy compliance. A self-motivated individual with passionate commitment to driving innovation within biotechnology represents the core profile sought. Roles & Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive business requirement scoping, translating into precise fit-gap analysis and actionable user configuration specifications - Develop technical specifications utilizing Kinaxis RapidResponse across planning modules including Demand, Supply, Capacity, Sales & Operations Planning - Configure supply chain planning systems supporting business requirements, designing resources like worksheets, alerts, metrics, dashboards - Resolve complex data and analytical configurations ensuring anticipated solution outcomes - Update solution documentation, workflows, and system configurations facilitating knowledge transfer - Support multi-source data integration utilizing advanced architectures like SAP S/4 HANA, data lakes, API frameworks - Implement cutting-edge cloud technology innovations through AI/ML automation and intelligent chatbot technologies - Collaborate with geographically distributed international teams - Participate in Agile/Scrum methodological project environments - Partner with Scrum Master and Product Owner in defining technical user stories and prioritization Basic Qualification and Experience: - 8 to 13 years experience in Supply Chain, Engineering, IT domains Functional Skills: Must-Have Skills: - Advanced system knowledge in Kinaxis RapidResponse applications - 5+ years hands-on experience across planning modules - Solution developer experience across industry verticals - Expertise in RapidResponse planning analytics - Business process design capabilities - Comprehensive understanding of solution development lifecycle - System architecture modeling expertise - Sprint-based planning proficiency Good-to-Have Skills: - Health Cloud experience - API integration knowledge - Software development lifecycle expertise - Scaled Agile Framework understanding - Regulatory compliance awareness - Security best practices familiarity - Mentorship capabilities - Industry-specific experience Professional Certifications: - Kinaxis RapidResponse Authoring and Solution Architect Certifications Soft Skills: - Exceptional leadership capabilities - Strong change management experience - Remarkable collaborative communication - High personal initiative - Multitasking proficiency - Team-oriented approach - Advanced presentation skills - Superior analytical troubleshooting - Global team collaboration ability