Assistant Group Solution Lead- IT (Testing & Business Analyst)

Assistant Group Solution Lead- IT (Testing & Business Analyst)

Location: Thane

Reporting To: AVP - IT

Experience : 10-15 yrs

Qualification: Bachelor's/Masters degree in computer science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or related field. Certifications in Project Management, Software Development, Cloud Technologies, SAP, or Cybersecurity would be an added advantage

Working Days: 5 days a week

About Inventia Healthcare:

Inventia Healthcare is a pioneer in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, with over 40 years of expertise in Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) forms. Our global presence spans 45 countries with over ten international facility approvals. Backed by Platinum Equity, we continue to innovate and grow with a strong R&D base in Thane and manufacturing in Ambernath.

Role Summary

The candidate will be responsible for leading enterprise application development/Implementation, manufacturing IT solutions, and digital transformation initiatives across the organization. The role involves managing in-house and third-party software applications, supporting SAP-related initiatives, driving secure software development practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory and information security requirements, and leading cross-functional technology projects.

The incumbent will collaborate with business stakeholders, vendors, software development teams, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, secure, and business-aligned technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Application Leadership & Digital Transformation

• Lead implementation of enterprise software solutions and digital transformation initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement of business processes through automation and technology enablement.
• Define application roadmaps aligned with organizational goals.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions.
• Drive the organization's AI adoption roadmap and identify opportunities to leverage Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Intelligent Automation to improve business processes and operational efficiency.

Software Development & Application Management

• Lead development, enhancement, maintenance, and support of in-house business applications.
• Own application architecture, technology standards, and technical governance.
• Manage software development lifecycle from requirement gathering to deployment and support.
• Coordinate application releases, upgrades, and deployment activities.
• Ensure scalability, performance, availability, and business continuity of critical applications.
• Lead and mentor developers, analysts, interns, and outsourced resources.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce software engineering best practices.
• Build technical capabilities within the team through coaching and training.
• Monitor resource utilization and project delivery performance.
• Co-ordinate with business stakeholders to understand operational requirements.
• Translate business needs into effective technology solutions

Compliance, Validation & Information Security

• Ensure compliance with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, ISMS, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Drive secure software development and cybersecurity practices.
• Support audits, validation activities, and compliance documentation.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Manage relationships with software vendors and implementation partners.
• Evaluate vendor solutions, licensing models, and support agreements.
• Ensure timely delivery of vendor commitments and project milestones.
• Review technical proposals and recommend cost-effective solutions.

Technical Skills

• Enterprise Application Management
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Microsoft .NET / Web Technologies / Power Platform / Power BI
• Java framework (Spring boot)
• SQL Server/ MySQL / Database Management
• SAP Integration & Support
• Application Architecture
• Cloud & Infrastructure Awareness
• API Integration
• Cybersecurity & Secure Coding
• DevOps Concepts

Compliance Knowledge

• ISO 27001:2015
• GAMP5
• 21 CFR Part 11
• CSV (Computer System Validation)