Eli Lilly and
Associate Director - Solution Architect – Integrations (QMS)
Eli Lilly and, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Overview
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We put people first and seek individuals determined to make life better for people around the world. About the Role
Lilly has launched a multi-year QMS transformation program to enable: Simplified, standardized, and optimized QMS processes Innovation and agility to support growth across new sites, modalities, and partnerships Modernization of solution infrastructure through cloud-based platforms and advanced technologies As a
Solution Architect – Integration , you will play a strategic leadership role in the Integration Workstream of the QMS Program. You will define and guide the architecture for integration solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, future-ready solutions that support business transformation. What You’ll Be Doing
Define and evolve the integration architecture for the QMS ecosystem, including Veeva QMS and related platforms Lead the design and governance of scalable, secure, and reusable integration patterns Partner with enterprise architects, vendors, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with Lilly’s architectural standards and long-term strategy Translate complex business requirements into technical architecture and integration blueprints Oversee the implementation of integration frameworks that support operational workflows and system interoperability Ensure compliance with privacy, security, and data integrity standards across all integrations Serve as a thought leader in integration modernization and cloud-native design Coach and guide teams and leaders on architecture considerations relevant to their area of responsibility How You’ll Succeed
Demonstrate architectural leadership in designing and implementing enterprise integration solutions Operate with a quality-first mindset, ensuring long-term maintainability and performance Influence and align stakeholders across business and IT to drive architectural decisions Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategy and innovation Champion reuse, automation, and simplification across the integration landscape What You Should Bring
Proven experience architecting integration solutions in complex, regulated environments Deep expertise in API-based integration and platforms such as Mulesoft or similar Strong knowledge of AWS (e.g., Lambda, Kinesis, Glue) or Azure integration stack Familiarity with DevOps practices and Agile development Demonstrated ability to communicate with a geographically dispersed group of business and technical colleagues Excellent, business-oriented analytical, problem solving, and investigative skills Demonstrated ability to influence without authority Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 7+ years of experience in integration or solution architecture roles Experience working in regulated environments and with internal systems quality policies and procedures Additional Preferences
Experience with Veeva QMS or similar quality management platforms Knowledge of GxP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and automation systems Depth in understanding of technical design best practices including Cybersecurity, Privacy, Legal, Quality, TCO, and serviceability Knowledge of data architecture and data modeling Experience with data engineering frameworks such as Mulesoft, ETL/ELT tools, and cloud-native data services (e.g., Redshift, Athena) Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technology areas About the Organization
Tech at Lilly builds and maintains capabilities using cutting edge technologies. We create new possibilities through tech to advance our purpose – creating medicines that make life better for people around the world, such as data-driven drug discovery and connected clinical trials. We hire the best technology professionals from diverse backgrounds to bring knowledge, skills, and diverse thinking to deliver innovative solutions in every area of our business. Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth and is committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients worldwide. We are investing globally to create state-of-the-art manufacturing sites and to expand existing facilities to create capacity required to continue our mission. The new facilities will utilize the latest technology, advanced integrated and automated manufacturing systems, with a focus on minimizing environmental impact. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form at careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation for further assistance. This is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $123,000 - $180,400. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and other standard benefits; and well-being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion. #WeAreLilly
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We put people first and seek individuals determined to make life better for people around the world. About the Role
Lilly has launched a multi-year QMS transformation program to enable: Simplified, standardized, and optimized QMS processes Innovation and agility to support growth across new sites, modalities, and partnerships Modernization of solution infrastructure through cloud-based platforms and advanced technologies As a
Solution Architect – Integration , you will play a strategic leadership role in the Integration Workstream of the QMS Program. You will define and guide the architecture for integration solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, future-ready solutions that support business transformation. What You’ll Be Doing
Define and evolve the integration architecture for the QMS ecosystem, including Veeva QMS and related platforms Lead the design and governance of scalable, secure, and reusable integration patterns Partner with enterprise architects, vendors, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with Lilly’s architectural standards and long-term strategy Translate complex business requirements into technical architecture and integration blueprints Oversee the implementation of integration frameworks that support operational workflows and system interoperability Ensure compliance with privacy, security, and data integrity standards across all integrations Serve as a thought leader in integration modernization and cloud-native design Coach and guide teams and leaders on architecture considerations relevant to their area of responsibility How You’ll Succeed
Demonstrate architectural leadership in designing and implementing enterprise integration solutions Operate with a quality-first mindset, ensuring long-term maintainability and performance Influence and align stakeholders across business and IT to drive architectural decisions Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to inform strategy and innovation Champion reuse, automation, and simplification across the integration landscape What You Should Bring
Proven experience architecting integration solutions in complex, regulated environments Deep expertise in API-based integration and platforms such as Mulesoft or similar Strong knowledge of AWS (e.g., Lambda, Kinesis, Glue) or Azure integration stack Familiarity with DevOps practices and Agile development Demonstrated ability to communicate with a geographically dispersed group of business and technical colleagues Excellent, business-oriented analytical, problem solving, and investigative skills Demonstrated ability to influence without authority Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 7+ years of experience in integration or solution architecture roles Experience working in regulated environments and with internal systems quality policies and procedures Additional Preferences
Experience with Veeva QMS or similar quality management platforms Knowledge of GxP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and automation systems Depth in understanding of technical design best practices including Cybersecurity, Privacy, Legal, Quality, TCO, and serviceability Knowledge of data architecture and data modeling Experience with data engineering frameworks such as Mulesoft, ETL/ELT tools, and cloud-native data services (e.g., Redshift, Athena) Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technology areas About the Organization
Tech at Lilly builds and maintains capabilities using cutting edge technologies. We create new possibilities through tech to advance our purpose – creating medicines that make life better for people around the world, such as data-driven drug discovery and connected clinical trials. We hire the best technology professionals from diverse backgrounds to bring knowledge, skills, and diverse thinking to deliver innovative solutions in every area of our business. Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth and is committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients worldwide. We are investing globally to create state-of-the-art manufacturing sites and to expand existing facilities to create capacity required to continue our mission. The new facilities will utilize the latest technology, advanced integrated and automated manufacturing systems, with a focus on minimizing environmental impact. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form at careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation for further assistance. This is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $123,000 - $180,400. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and other standard benefits; and well-being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion. #WeAreLilly
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