IT Manager - Application Integration Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Technology Services is recruiting for an IT Manager - Application Integration Engineer. This position will be based out of Beerse (Belgium), Limerick (Ireland) or UK (Pinewood).

The position will be a key member of the EMEA team supporting the implementation of application integration solutions for both J&J Medical Technologies and Innovative Medicine. Focus will be in the Supply Chain area having 100s of connected satellite systems on different integration technologies.

Understanding of common integration methods is required, with a strong attention to SAP integrations. Comprehension of building a robust API first integration strategy is a nice to have.

Examples of integration methods and technologies the position will be exposed to:

• SAP BTP IS
• SAP PI/PO
• RFC / IDOC / ALE SAP
• Name Space OMP & XPS
• SAP to SAP, Ariba / SNC
• MFT, * The position will provide leadership, and be responsible for the governance, design and documentation of Integrations through the various phases of the software development lifecycle.
• The person will drive, own, approve the integration design end to end with the different integration build teams. They will also coordinate the delivery of estimates and planning for all integration related builds in scope.
• They will ensure high quality integration solutions are built according to J&J standards and following the current SDLC guidelines and steering (a) team(s) of vendor partners doing so.
• The selected candidate will work closely with the solution leads, our system integration partners, testing team, cutover leads and others to make the build happen, own the planning and coordinate the delivery of the different integration components in the design. This includes building the solution as required, providing any testing support for the end to end TAT/BST/UAT and coordinating the Cutover plan & deployment.
• This person will be the primary contact also for the Eco Systems from an integration point of view.
• The person will be supporting in shaping the integration engineering area, building best practices, frameworks and guidelines. A high focus will be on observability, the use of artificial intelligence and intelligent automation in the SDLC process.

Do you have experience in User acceptance testing?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in information technology related fields is required, * Minimum 10 years of experience working with SAP integration technologies, including hands-on and design leadership roles.

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Information Technology within a large scale, global organization with experience implementing large projects/programs.
• Deep digital strategy and/or execution experience, strong leadership in software development lifecycle using agile methodology driving product-centric approach, preferably in highly regulated environment.
• Extensive experience delivering and managing reliable solutions with a focus on high quality, operational excellence and business value, supported with outcome-based measures
• A strong business mindset, experience and ability to manage multiple projects and/or programs with competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, able to network, interface and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Experience leveraging AI and intelligent automation to enhance the SDLC process, including optimizing workflows and improving efficiency.

Preferred:

• Previous experience managing integrations and integrations design in large SAP ECC and/or S/4 HANA implementation projects/programs.
• Jira, Confluence, SAP Solution Manager
• A Change Agent with a high tolerance for ambiguity while challenging status quo.
• Global mindset - ability to work across multiple countries and cultures
• Experience in large enterprise transformational projects and initiatives working in a matrixed environment.
• An independent and open-minded individual who values and appreciates diversity, input and collaboration from various constituents.

Other:

• Excellent written, verbal communication in English
• Requires up to maximum 5% travel, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipeline, Critical Thinking, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Information Technology Strategies, Innovation, Organizing, Presentation Design, Process Improvements, Software Development Management, System Integration, Systems Analysis, Technical Credibility, Technical Writing, Workflow Automation

As part of the Johnson & Johnson family, you'll enjoy

• A fulfilling career within J&J
• Exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition
• Strong development tools and opportunities
• Engagement with local community associations
• A competitive salary and bonus
• An extensive list of benefits including a strong pension plan, health insurance etc.
• Health and wellness programs (on-site & virtual fitness)
• Paid maternal and parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.