Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Enterprise Architect (Product Development & Regulatory Compliance)
Olympus Corporation of the Americas, Center Valley, Pennsylvania, United States, 18034
Working Location: PENNSYLVANIA, CENTER VALLEY
Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid
For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.
Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.
Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:
Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.
Learn more about Life at Olympus (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers) .
**Please note: All correspondence will be sent from our Olympus domain (@Olympus.com). If you receive correspondence from an entity other than @Olympus.com, it is likely not legitimate.
Job Description
The Enterprise Architect (Product Development & Regulatory Compliance) supports the Lead Enterprise Architect (Product Development & Regulatory Compliance) in defining and maintaining the Enterprise Architecture roadmap in order to ensure design decisions are made in accordance with Olympus’ strategy and to reduce any underlying system risk associated with complexity and instability. This role works with various stakeholders, including other Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Business Relationship Managers, and Project Managers, to establish the processes, standards, and governance for Enterprise Architecture to drive consistency in decision-making and quality of outputs and delivery.
“The job is conducted in line with our Core Values which are: Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy. Olympus is an equal opportunities employer championing a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion embedded throughout the organization and workforce.”
Job Duties
Technology Roadmap
Support the Lead Architect in defining a compelling architectural vision as well as a clear business-led technology strategy and roadmap for the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain, which includes the following Olympus business functions: i) Research & Development, ii) Regulatory Affairs, iii) Quality Management and iv) Medical & Scientific Affairs.
Support the creation of business strategies providing technology expertise and an understanding of MedTech industry technology trends and best practice to inform business.
Monitor emerging technologies and assess their suitability for Olympus.
Inputs into an up-to-date, forward-thinking innovation agenda for Olympus, specific to the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain.
Provide Enterprise Architecture inputs and advice for Business Case development (technology, people, and processes).
Domain Architecture
Assist in the integration of technology solutions across Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Management, and Medical & Scientific Affairs.
Collaborate with lead architects and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into IT architecture solutions.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of IT architecture documentation and domain reference architectures, including diagrams, standards, and guidelines.
Support the implementation of integrated systems that streamline processes and enhance collaboration between departments.
Assist in creating architectural designs and solutions that align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Assist in ensuring IT solutions comply with regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
Research emerging technologies and trends relevant to the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain and assist in evaluating new technologies for their potential to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
Architecture Standards
Support the definition and upholding of the architecture guardrails for their domain.
Other responsibilities / duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering (or equivalent and related experience).
Minimum 7 years' experience as an Enterprise Architect with touchpoints in R&D, Quality Management, and regulatory compliance preferred.
Preferred:
Experience in the Medical Technology industry, either in a MedTech company or in a Life Science Consulting company preferred.
Extensive experience with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework), Zachman, etc.
Broad experience in software engineering and design architecture (certification preferred).
Experience in defining architecture policies and frameworks.
Advanced understanding of business analysis techniques and processes.
Knowledge and experience in project management, process modelling, data modelling and systems analysis.
Demonstrable knowledge of contributing to business aligned Technology strategies.
Knowledge of technology integrations.
Understanding of technology security and regulatory requirements.
Understanding of technology trends.
Why join Olympus?
We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.
Equitable Offerings you can count on:
Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
Connected Culture you can embrace:
Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives including Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance
*US Only
**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA
Are you ready to be a part of our team?
Learn more about our benefit and incentives (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks) .
At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.
For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Applicants with Disabilities:
As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Pennsylvania (US-PA) || Center Valley || Information Technology (IT)
Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid
For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.
Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.
Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:
Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.
Learn more about Life at Olympus (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers) .
**Please note: All correspondence will be sent from our Olympus domain (@Olympus.com). If you receive correspondence from an entity other than @Olympus.com, it is likely not legitimate.
Job Description
The Enterprise Architect (Product Development & Regulatory Compliance) supports the Lead Enterprise Architect (Product Development & Regulatory Compliance) in defining and maintaining the Enterprise Architecture roadmap in order to ensure design decisions are made in accordance with Olympus’ strategy and to reduce any underlying system risk associated with complexity and instability. This role works with various stakeholders, including other Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Business Relationship Managers, and Project Managers, to establish the processes, standards, and governance for Enterprise Architecture to drive consistency in decision-making and quality of outputs and delivery.
“The job is conducted in line with our Core Values which are: Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy. Olympus is an equal opportunities employer championing a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion embedded throughout the organization and workforce.”
Job Duties
Technology Roadmap
Support the Lead Architect in defining a compelling architectural vision as well as a clear business-led technology strategy and roadmap for the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain, which includes the following Olympus business functions: i) Research & Development, ii) Regulatory Affairs, iii) Quality Management and iv) Medical & Scientific Affairs.
Support the creation of business strategies providing technology expertise and an understanding of MedTech industry technology trends and best practice to inform business.
Monitor emerging technologies and assess their suitability for Olympus.
Inputs into an up-to-date, forward-thinking innovation agenda for Olympus, specific to the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain.
Provide Enterprise Architecture inputs and advice for Business Case development (technology, people, and processes).
Domain Architecture
Assist in the integration of technology solutions across Research and Development, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Management, and Medical & Scientific Affairs.
Collaborate with lead architects and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into IT architecture solutions.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of IT architecture documentation and domain reference architectures, including diagrams, standards, and guidelines.
Support the implementation of integrated systems that streamline processes and enhance collaboration between departments.
Assist in creating architectural designs and solutions that align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Assist in ensuring IT solutions comply with regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
Research emerging technologies and trends relevant to the Product Development & Regulatory Compliance domain and assist in evaluating new technologies for their potential to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
Architecture Standards
Support the definition and upholding of the architecture guardrails for their domain.
Other responsibilities / duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering (or equivalent and related experience).
Minimum 7 years' experience as an Enterprise Architect with touchpoints in R&D, Quality Management, and regulatory compliance preferred.
Preferred:
Experience in the Medical Technology industry, either in a MedTech company or in a Life Science Consulting company preferred.
Extensive experience with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework), Zachman, etc.
Broad experience in software engineering and design architecture (certification preferred).
Experience in defining architecture policies and frameworks.
Advanced understanding of business analysis techniques and processes.
Knowledge and experience in project management, process modelling, data modelling and systems analysis.
Demonstrable knowledge of contributing to business aligned Technology strategies.
Knowledge of technology integrations.
Understanding of technology security and regulatory requirements.
Understanding of technology trends.
Why join Olympus?
We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.
Equitable Offerings you can count on:
Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
Connected Culture you can embrace:
Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives including Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance
*US Only
**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA
Are you ready to be a part of our team?
Learn more about our benefit and incentives (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks) .
At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.
For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Applicants with Disabilities:
As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Pennsylvania (US-PA) || Center Valley || Information Technology (IT)