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Consultant-Digital, Data & AI

Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job ID R-234103 Date posted 25/08/2025

Job Title: Consultant-Digital, Data & AI

Career level: C3

Introduction to role:

Do you want to play a key role in the digital transformation within a Global Engineering organization?

As a Consultant in the Information Management & Digital Solutions team, you'll be instrumental in shaping AstraZeneca's information management strategy and leveraging AI adoption. Your expertise will ensure that data is not only accessible but also drives key decisions across our operations. You'll be at the forefront of designing, developing, and supporting data applications and implementing digital and AI solutions that propel our business forward. Are you excited to lead the charge in optimizing information management and reporting?

Our Global Engineering team is at the forefront of innovation, establishing cutting-edge facilities worldwide where AstraZeneca advances science to deliver life-changing medicines. We scope, plan, and implement major capital projects across our Operations sites, ensuring maximum business lifecycle benefits. We also provide strategic advice, helping the business make informed asset decisions while integrating the latest technology. Are you ready to make a real impact in an organization where technology and sustainability go hand in hand? Then we want to hear from you!

Accountabilities:

  • Perform tasks associated with the successful delivery of team objectives.
  • Collaborate with business users to understand solution needs and deliver robust, cost-effective data and analytics solutions.
  • Lead the utilization of existing tools to develop intuitive applications for Global Engineering.
  • Provide expert support in troubleshooting issues and participate in developing new innovative digital product features.
  • Offer business support in data analysis and access, ensuring adherence to current principles, policies, and standards.
  • Create templates to standardize data collection and reporting.
  • Support functional data strategies to minimize risk while improving data quality and value.
  • Evaluate data and analytics solutions, contributing to business case creation and delivery plans.
  • Contribute to the development of information management as a capability through training, tooling, and optimizing output.
  • Maintain professional development in information management, data, and analytics technologies.

Essential Skills/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of 4+ years of Digital, Data & AI experience with an engineering mindset.
  • Advanced data handling skills (e.g., SQL, Power Platform, Snowflake, Excel).
  • Passion for data processes and their role in driving business performance.
  • Good working knowledge of data governance technologies such as Taxonomy Management, Master Data Management, Data Classification, and Data Archiving.
  • Exposure to Data Pipelines (Ingest & Store, Data Preparation, Discover & Present, Insight & Experience).
  • Experience from Agile data development projects & Understanding of Lean principles and methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Low-Code/no-code Solution Development and Deployment:

  • Design, Develop & Deploy application solutions using configurations established in low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Power Automate) and develop advanced automated workflows.
  • Hands-on experience in developing AI tools (e.g., CoPilot Studio).
  • Work experience in a data engineering role with practical examples using modern data platforms including Power BI, Snowflake etc.
  • Experience in change management and providing innovative solutions on smaller projects.
  • Experience with DevOps or DataOps concepts, preferably hands-on.
  • Demonstrate initiative, strong customer orientation, and cross-cultural working.

Industry Knowledge:

  • Proactively research emerging trends and innovations in the low-code/no-code solution industry.
  • Evaluate new tools, platforms, and updates to assess their potential for improving availability, scalability, and efficiency.

Business/User Support:

  • Develop and deliver training sessions and materials on the capabilities of low-code/no-code solutions & data/AI.
  • Coordinate the integration of AI agents within production services to enhance user interactions.
  • Strong networking and consulting skills with external links and business awareness.

Team Skill:

  • Be a team player & quick learner (have the curiosity to learn and contribute).

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca is a place built on innovation and creativity where you can develop the next generation of therapeutics. Be part of an environment where questioning minds never settle until new insights are uncovered that challenge convention. Acting with urgency, you’ll be empowered to take smart risks to push boundaries. Committed to making the right choices to win, spotting opportunities and developing resilience to solve complex challenges. You will work with teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in. Here, sharing and understanding different perspectives is expected. Staying closely connected with one another is how we work. Drawing on our different views, experiences, and strengths is key to unlocking our plans for industry-leading growth; it propels us forward to reach bold new solutions.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join AstraZeneca's journey towards transforming healthcare!

Date Posted

26-Aug-2025

Closing Date

04-Sept-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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