Senior Specialist ITVS Digital Validation

Bristol Myers Squibb; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a highly capable IT Validation professional to drive CSV validation projects, integrate AI/ML solutions, and ensure compliant software lifecycle processes.

You will develop documentation, collaborate with IT and QA teams, and stay abreast of AI trends to optimize validation workflows while maintaining GxP standards.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in computer science, engineering, or life sciences.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts.
• Experience in computer systems validation (CSV).

Responsibilities

• Support CSV projects for validation optimization across applications.
• Implement AI in CSV validation processes and automate testing.
• Develop and maintain documentation for AI/ML models, algorithms, and processes.
• Conduct research and stay up to date with AI/ML advancements.
• Leverage LLMs to create conversational AI solutions and automate workflows.
• Participate in risk & impact assessments to define validation requirements.
• Collaborate with IT Delivery teams and IT Quality to implement controls.

Skills

Python

Coding

AI/ML capabilities

Test automation

Education

B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in computer science/engineering/life sciences

Job description

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Support technically and also drive the digital validation projects for CSV project optimization.
• Implement agentic AI in CSV validation process.
• Being the role model shifting from traditional validation approach and Implementing AI/ML validation process for GxP enterprise applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Develop and maintain documentation for AI/ML models, algorithms, and processes.
• Conduct research and stay up to date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning technologies.
• Leverage LLMs: Integrate and fine-tune ChatGPT or similar large language models to create conversational AI solutions, enhancing user interactions and automating process.

Functional

• Participate in CSV activities for applications across multiple GxP business areas to ensure ‘fit for use’ before release to production environment
• Participate in Qualification activities as it relates to infrastructure applications and hardware in a timely manner
• Be part of the team that Conducts risk & impact assessments to determine the extent of validation and qualification requirements
• Implementation of organizational IT controls in accordance with applicable regulations and internal procedures
• Author CSV deliverables including but not limited to Plans & Summary Reports
• Support the SLC process as it relates to application validation and infrastructure qualification
• Identifies opportunities for simplification, automation for CSV activities and partners with IT Delivery teams and IT Quality to implement
• Supports inspections and audits (internal and external).
• Conducts periodic reviews to ensure applications remain in a state of compliance
• Participates and represents IT Validation Services in problem management and audit remediation activities
• Provides regular status updates to one up manager and escalates any potential issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in computer science, engineering, life science field
• Technical development skills like coding, Python skills, etc.
• Good knowledge of AI/ML capabilities.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in computer systems validation
• General knowledge of IT applications, IT infrastructure, architecture of computer systems including cloud as well as networks, operating systems, databases, and software tools
• Familiarity with test automation tools desirable
• Works predominately within established procedures. Ability to make decisions that impact on own work and other groups/teams and works under minimal supervision
• Demonstrates openness to learning and developing. Take responsibility for their own development and growth
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write clear and precise documentation and deliver articulate presentations

Vision and Values

With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ “, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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