Validation Engineer

Biopharma Careers; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Hyderabad seeks a seasoned Validation Engineer to drive computerized systems validation (CSV) across the Benchtop Product Team, ensuring GxP compliance and regulatory alignment.

You will develop validation docs, test plans, IQ/OQ scripts and collaborate with global clients to deliver compliant systems and robust validation strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years in validation/regulatory in pharma.
• Experience with regulatory agencies – FDA, EMEA, CFDA.
• Understanding of GAMP and SDLC testing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on meeting compliance with a risk-based approach.
• Develop validation documentation and SOPs for GxP apps.
• Develop test protocols to test business requirements.
• Provide test execution oversight and assist with deviations.
• Collaborate to develop URS/FRS/DS as required.
• Create IQ/OQ scripts and validation scripts.

Skills

GAMP 5

21 CFR 11

ALM testing

Veeva

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ALM software

Veeva Suite

Job description

Career Category

Information Systems

Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission, to serve patients living with serious illnesses, drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Validation Engineer

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance across the Process Development and Manufacturing . The Validation Engineer will assist the Benchtop p roduct team with all aspects of the computer validation process across the Operations footprint.

Role Description

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be part of the Benchtop Product Team working on computerized systems validations (CSV) and GAMP (Good Automated Manufacturing Practice). This vital role ensures Amgen systems remain compliant with industry standards and comply with all regulatory requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Advising clients on how to meet compliance requirements using a risk-based approach.
• Develop validation documentation and standard operating procedures for various GxP applications.
• Develop test protocols that thoroughly test business requirements.
• Provide test execution oversight and assist with deviation recommendations as required, work with clients to develop validation plans to ensure that, at the end of the project, the system meets GxP requirements.
• Work with client business functions and subject matter experts to develop User Requirements Specification, Functional Requirements Specification, and/or Design Specifications as required.
• Development of test / validation scripts based on software design and configuration.
• Develop IQ/OQ scripts as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 8 - 12 years of experience in validation/regulatory or related field OR
• Bachelor’s degree with 10 - 14 years of experience in validation/regulatory or related field OR

Functional Skills

Must-Have Skills:

• Demonstrated experience with minimum of 3 to 5 years in pharmaceutical industry, focusing on Computer Systems Validations / GAMP.
• Experience with regulatory agencies – FDA, EMEA, CFDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Thorough understanding of the principles of GAMP, SDLC methodologies and testing best practice.
• Ability to understand existing and new business processes and requirements to ensure proper implementation and validation of systems.
• Expertise with ALM testing and ALM software.
• Expertise in use – Veeva (all modules – CDocs , QMS, RIM, DocuSign , etc ).
• Fluent knowledge of rules and regulations: GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance and CFR Part 210, 211 Compliance.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to work independently, excellent problem solving and professional written communications skills.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office suite Including (Excel, Power Point, Visio, Project), Experience with Smartsheets , Salesforce, Tableau a plus.
• FDA Audit experience a plus & working with regulatory agencies
• Experience with instrument qualifications (IQ/OQ), validation plans , regulated workflows.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong transformation and change management experience.
• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.