ICC PDT DevOps Lead

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The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

Bengaluru, the city, which is India’s epicenter of Innovation, has been selected to be home to Takeda’s recently launched Innovation Capability Center. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement.  

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team.

About the Role:

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for building and evolving our DevSecOps capabilities from the ground up. You will lead efforts to design a secure, scalable, and automated CI/CD pipeline, with a focus on integrating security at every step of the process. This hands-on leadership role requires a combination of deep technical knowledge and a strategic approach to building robust, future-proof infrastructure systems. You will collaborate closely with development, security, and operations teams to ensure the highest levels of security, performance, and scalability for our cloud-native applications, aligning with the Infrastructure and Hosting chapter of the ICC. You’ll report to the ICC PDT Infrastructure lead for strategic direction.

• Design, build, and maintain secure and efficient pipelines, integrating security at every stage of the software delivery lifecycle.
• CI/CD Automation: Lead the automation of deployment processes, ensuring zero downtime deployments, continuous integration, and rapid delivery.
• Security Integration: Embed security checks and protocols throughout the pipeline, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and policies.
• DevSecOps Design & Architecture: Architect and implement a comprehensive DevSecOps framework, ensuring security is integrated into CI/CD from the early stages of development.

• Leverage expertise in generative AI (genAI) to innovate automation and process improvements in our infrastructure.
• GenAI Integration: Implement and explore generative AI technologies to automate infrastructure processes and optimize resource allocation.

• Actively code, automate, and solve complex technical challenges. Provide guidance to junior engineers and lead code reviews.
• Lead and mentor junior DevOps engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Build and automate infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation to deliver scalable, secure, and repeatable solutions.
• Cloud Platform Expertise: Design and manage multi-cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) focusing on security, scalability, and high availability.
• Future-Proof Infrastructure: Design scalable, flexible, and adaptable infrastructure to stay ahead of technological changes.
• Disaster Recovery & Backups: Design and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure the resilience and availability of services.
• Performance & Cost Optimization: Continuously monitor and fine-tune infrastructure for cost savings and performance improvements, optimizing resource usage without compromising reliability.

• Monitoring, Logging & Alerting: Implement and maintain systems like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog for proactive issue detection and rapid incident response.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with developers, security, and product teams to ensure alignment on infrastructure needs, performance goals, and security requirements.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a DevOps engineer, with a strong focus on building and managing secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Proven experience in building DevSecOps solutions, with a focus on security automation and integrating security tools (e.g., Snyk, SonarQube, Aqua Security) into the CI/CD process.
• Hands-on expertise in Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE, OpenShift), and utilizing Helm for application deployment and management.
• Experience with Dapr or similar tools (Istio, Linkerd) for enhancing microservices development and operational efficiency.
• Hands-on experience with generative AI (genAI) and its application in automation and infrastructure management.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Datadog.
• Strong scripting and automation skills in languages like Python, Bash, or Go.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

Technical/Functional Expertise

• Broad and demonstrable knowledge of Infrastructure and AWS platforms, including serverless, containers, and modern application hosting.
• Firm and practical experience/competency with Infrastructure Security Best Practices.
• Understanding of applicable regulatory compliance requirements surrounding PHI, PII, and GxP.

Complexity

• Supports project work as assigned by contributing to infrastructure tasks, collaborating with teams, and ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.
• Functions as a global resource to teams in the US by providing expert infrastructure support across various projects and products, navigating a diverse mix of business environments and internal/external stakeholder needs.
• This role involves adapting to different cultural contexts, aligning with global business strategies, and addressing complex requirements to ensure seamless integration and effective collaboration across regions.

Preferred Requirements

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or equivalent certification for other cloud platforms (Azure, GCP).
• Experience with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm) and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001) and how to implement compliant infrastructure solutions.

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in India, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people.
• At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career.
• Joining the ICC in Bengaluru will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth.

BENEFITS:

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are:

• Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus
• Flexible work environment, including hybrid working
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans for self, spouse, and children
• Group Term Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Broad Variety of learning platforms 
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
• Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone
• Employee Referral Program
• Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks) , Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 calendar days)

ABOUT ICC IN TAKEDA:

• Takeda is leading a digital revolution. We’re not just transforming our company; we’re improving the lives of millions of patients who rely on our medicines every day.
• As an organization, we are committed to our cloud-driven business transformation and believe the ICCs are the catalysts of change for our global organization.

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