Principal Track and Trace Technical Engineer

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Job Description

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.

Bangalore, 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.

The Opportunity

The Principal Track and Trace Technical Engineer acts as an enterprise expert on Track and Trace (T&T)/serialization with strong preference in SAP ATTP, SAP ICH, TraceLink architecting global solutions and driving strategy across multiple business units. This position is responsible for the most complex challenges in serialization, innovation, and regulatory alignment, while providing strategic leadership and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for SAP ATTP, Trace Link and SAP ICH and pharma serialization solutions. Knowledge of ABAP (SAP coding language) a plus.
• Expertise in design, development, testing, deploying and documenting T&T solutions under GxP environment

• Define and drive the strategic direction for serialization technologies and compliance across the organization.
• Document technical issues, solutions, and standard procedures, knowledge of validation tools such as ServiceNow and/or ALM tools and/or Veeva needed.
• Experience in product life cycle management process.
• Identify and implement innovations to enhance system reliability, scalability, and compliance.
• Lead the design and governance of interfaces and integrations (e.g., SAP ECC, MDMD, ATTP, MES). Knowledge of packaging line platforms L1 to L3 (Systech/Guardian) and its integration with upper system L4-L5.
• Oversee the end-to-end security and data integrity for serialization transactions worldwide.
• Advise executive management and global partners on emerging regulatory trends and technology evolution.
• Lead crisis management and critical incident resolution at a global scale. Anticipate, identify and communicate risk with an ability to propose mitigation plans.
• Manage vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and large-scale project portfolios.
• Champion best practices, continuous improvement, and cross-functional knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or relevant field.
• 8+ years’ experience in life sciences IT, with deep hands-on specialization in serialization and track & trace.
• Expertise in SAP ATTP, SAP ICH, TraceLink design, deployment, customization, and global governance. Knowledge of T&T middleware solutions a plus.
• Experience in a regulated environment (GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, etc.). Experience with standard IT tools used in GxP environment including (but not limited) to Veeva, ServiceNow, ALM considered as a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership in architecting and delivering global serialization solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of global pharmaceutical regulatory environments (e.g., US DSCSA, EU FMD, specific country regulations etc.).
• Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and executive presentation skills.
• Recognized authority within the Track and Trace team, able to influence direction within T&T decisions and regulatory dialogue.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate complex technical matters in clear, simple, and concise English terms.

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 Bangalore 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
• Health & Wellness programs including annual health screening, weekly health sessions for employees.
• Employee Assistance Program
• 5 days of leave every year for Voluntary Service in additional to Humanitarian Leaves
• Broad Variety of learning platforms 
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
• No Meeting Days
• Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone
• Employee Referral Program
• Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks) , Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 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.

Locations

IND - Bengaluru

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time