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 around the world 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 give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

At Lilly, we believe in the talent of our workforce. One of the best ways to utilize and develop that talent is to use our existing workforce to fill new and/or open positions. If you are looking for a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country the position is located in order to be considered. When applying internally for a position, your current supervisor will receive notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying. 

Position Brand Description:

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

The Lilly Technology group is actively looking for self-starters and influential technical leaders who like to solve problems. Are you passionate about technology and determined to deliver impactful technology solutions? If so, please apply.

Come help us transform Lab Operations at Lilly!

Lilly has initiated a multi-year Lab transformation program that will enable 1) simplified, standardized, and optimized Laboratory processes, 2) innovation and agility for unprecedented growth with new sites, modalities, and partnerships, and 3) modernization of solution infrastructure by moving to cloud-based solutions and advanced technology. The Tech@Lilly Global Lab Operations team is actively looking for a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to join our team.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your primary focus will be overseeing the design, implementation, and productization of Global Applications within the Labs portfolio, enabling Lilly to scale software products across the globe. Key activities for this role include, but are not limited to:

Manage Empower configuration, validation, and maintenance of the system, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards. Implement tools to enhance the Empower system, including the adoption of AI to minimize user workload and integration with ELN and LES solutions.Manage SmartLab configuration, validation, and maintenance of the system to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

As an Engineer - Systems Engineering - Labs, you will work with business SMEs (Quality Control and Operational Excellence teams), cross-functional solution architects, and third-party service providers on the design, configuration, and implementation of various projects. You will use technical and business process knowledge to inform strategy and design choices that support program goals of standardized and streamlined processes and sustainable solutions. 

How You Will Succeed

Collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional solution architects within the Labs, as well as architects within the broader Quality function, to design reliable and efficient solutions for the manufacturing laboratories.Work in partnership with the application architects to influence the technical direction of software vendors, service providers, and service delivery teams.Leverage your understanding of the laboratory environment, emerging technologies, and system functionalities to foresee future system requirements and business needs.Develop robust, stable, and resilient solutions with appropriate support processes, effective monitoring, and advanced error handling to ensure the continuity of business operations.Ensure the compatibility, integration, interoperability, stability, scalability, and usability of products/services proposed as standards to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies. Communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and influence decision making at senior leadership level.Drive the site adoption of assigned solutions, ensuring consistency with Digital Strategy, and using awareness of internal and external trends in collaboration with the Business SMEs. Coach and Mentor peers (Lilly colleagues and external consultants) to ensure technical capability is maintained at a level commensurate with the criticality of delivered solutions. Review and approve documentation related to areas of responsibility (Validation Lifecycle documents, SOPs, policies, implemented IQPQ protocols, etc.) as appropriate. Ensure adherence to all quality, compliance, and data integrity requirements.Establish key relationships with business users and other Tech@Lilly areas.

 What You Should Bring

Demonstrated experience working in one or more core Lilly execution systems such as LES (SmartLab), CDS (Empower), ELN (NuGenesis), and LIMS (LabVantage).Proficiency in SQL or other databases, Windows Server, Advanced Analytics, and REST APIs.Understanding of technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality (AR), Data Modeling, Cloud Computing (Azure/AWS), and Robotics.Proven ability to lead a cross-functional team of business SMEs and third-party vendors to deliver high-value solutions on time and with the right level of quality.Ability to influence modern architectural design and drive the right strategic decisions to ensure global scalability and supportability. Strong understanding of Quality processes in IT applicable to Manufacturing Laboratories.Experience supporting critical GMP processes and working on a regulated industry.Excellent initiative and self-management skills as well as ability to lead teams, influence others and manage conflict.

Your Basic Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant field.Minimum 10 years of professional experience delivering or supporting enterprise IT platforms within a highly regulated industry.Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Preferences:

Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant fieldKnowledge of Pharma and Manufacturing including industry trends and emerging technologies in related technologiesSolid skills in problem analysis and problem solving.Well-developed written and verbal communication skillsProven teamwork/interpersonal skillsPassion for working on a team from diverse backgroundsFamiliarity with Agile concepts, methodology and framework

Other Information:

Position based in Indianapolis, Indiana with a hybrid work model.Some (5-10%) domestic and/or international travel will be required.

Note: When applying internally for a position your current supervisor receives notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.

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.

Lilly may provide U.S. visa sponsorship for current employees who meet the basic qualifications of the role and, prior to applying, have confirmed U.S. visa feasibility with Lilly’s U.S. Immigration Team. Roles on the B path, S path, or that do not minimally require a bachelor’s degree are not feasible for visa sponsorship.

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Lilly is proud to offer market-competitive employee benefits designed to empower you to live your best life.  Employees may elect medical, prescription drug, dental and/or vision coverage for you and your family in one of two health plan options, enjoy best-in-class mental health support, and concierge services for orthopedic, cardiovascular, fertility care, and LGBTQ health navigation. We also support well-being with a fitness membership, health coaching, and wellness activities at no additional cost. Our retirement benefits are designed to help our employees feel secure in their financial future by including a defined benefit pension, a 401(k) match, and retiree medical coverage. We provide life and disability insurance for peace of mind and protection for you and your loved ones and paid time-off benefits to support you in life’s moments that matter including personal illness, caregiver, bereavement, and other family needs, in addition to annual paid vacation and holidays.  Lilly reserves the right to terminate or modify company-provided benefits at any time in its discretion. The company compensation structures are aligned to the location of hire. The United States pay range and benefits offering do not apply to any location outside of the United States. 

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to 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 (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note 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

$63,750 - $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 to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; 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 death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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