Manager - Data Engineer (Azure)

SUN PHARMA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma's Data & Analytics team seeks a seasoned data engineering professional to lead data lake projects and AI/ML initiatives. You will understand pharma business processes and communicate effectively with both technical and functional stakeholders.

This role offers global exposure, working with in-house teams, business units and technology partners to deliver trusted data solutions using Azure Databricks, Delta Lake and Synapse, with GenAI use-cases optional.

Qualifications

• B.Tech or MBA with strong data analytics exposure.
• 4–7 years IT services or pharma data experience preferred.
• Hands-on with Azure cloud, data lakes and data warehousing concepts.
• Ability to communicate complex data concepts to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead data lake projects and AI/ML initiatives end-to-end.
• Define business outcomes, value and deliverables for analytics.
• Build and expand the Data Analytics CoE and data architectures.
• Implement secure data access using RBAC and secret management.
• Set up Databricks jobs, workflows, clusters and monitoring.
• Collaborate with global teams and partners to deliver solutions.

Skills

Azure Databricks

Apache Spark PySpark

SQL

Python

Delta Lake

Azure ADLS Gen2

ADF

Azure Synapse

Key Vault

Data warehousing

GenAI

Education

B.Tech / MBA

Job description

Job Summary

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Job Summary

The role would work as an integral part of the Data & Analytics team at SUN Pharma. It involves leading and managing business critical data lake projects and AI/ ML Initiatives. The role requires an understanding of business processes related to Pharma industry and data engineering and analytics, and the ability to communicate effectively to both technical and functional stakeholders.

Position offers a significant opportunity for an all-round business understanding and impact working with the in-house teams as well as business and corporate functions as well as technology consultants and partners

Areas of Responsibility

• Building and expanding the Data Analytics CoE and Data Architecture for Global Use cases
• Clear understanding of the expected business outcome, business value and specific outputs / deliverables
• Strong experience in Azure Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark preferred).
• Strong in SQL & Python Programming
• Strong knowledge of Delta Lake and data warehousing concepts.
• Integrate with Azure services such as ADLS Gen2, ADF, Azure SQL, Synapse, Key Vault.
• Implement secure access using Azure RBAC, managed identities, service principals, and secrets management.
• Setup and manage Databricks Jobs, Workflows, clusters, pools, and monitoring/alerting.
• Experience with ADF and/or orchestration tools (Databricks Workflows).
• Hands-on experience with Azure ADLS Gen2 and enterprise security fundamentals.
• GenAI experience: Exposure to GenAI use-cases (preferred): RAG pipelines, embeddings, vector search (e.g., Azure AI Search), prompt/version management.
• Domain experience in Pharma/Life Sciences (validation, GxP, audit trails) — if applicable.

Travel Estimate

Mostly, within India;

Job Scope

Internal Interactions (within the organization)

Across Functions, Global Function Heads

External Interactions (outside the organization)

Technology solution / service delivery partners

Geographical Scope

Global

Financial Accountability (cost/revenue with exclusive authority)

Delivering data lake , data analytics Projects – as per approved cost.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

B. Tech / MBA

Skills

• Strong experience in Azure Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark preferred).
• Strong in SQL & Python Programming
• Strong knowledge of Delta Lake and data warehousing concepts.
• Integrate with Azure services such as ADLS Gen2, ADF, Azure SQL, Synapse, Key Vault.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex datasets and formulate means for merging disparate data sources
• Strong fundamentals in cloud services and data lake architecture.
• Work involves handling sensitive data and confidential information requiring discretion on the role holder's part.
• Ability to work under deadlines and comfortable with certain level of ambiguity
• Ability to multi task, successfully adapt to changes in work priorities.
• Should be comfortable to operate at a strategic level, and also have an eye for detail.
• Should be a self motivated

Experience

4-7 years (preferably, IT Services / Pharma Industry Experience, from organizations of repute)

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).