Robotics Software Engineer – Cell Therapy Automation

Do you have a passion for IT automation and robotics Would you like to join a winning team supporting the next generation of Cell Therapy manufacturing in one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies If you thrive in an environment of innovation and change in a fast-growing organization then this could be the role for you.

AstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the worlds most serious diseases.

Introduction to Role

Join us at AstraZeneca a place that champions knowledge-sharing ambitious thinking and innovation. We are looking for an integral member to join ourCell

Therapy Supply Chain Robotics & Automation IT team. This role has a global remit and will play a critical part in delivering IT infrastructure software integration and cybersecurity capabilities for our robotic manufacturing platform.

The role focuses on enabling the deployment and sustained operation ofrobotic clusterswithin a GMP cell therapy manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless IT/OT integration supporting automation programming managing vendor software platforms and ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical cybersecurity standards. This position supports our strategic partnership with an external robotics vendor and directly contributes to patient-impacting manufacturing timelines.

Accountability

In this role you will be responsible for delivering reliable IT and software engineering support across the full lifecycle of robotic cluster deploymentfromFactory Acceptance Testing (FAT)throughSite Acceptance Testing (SAT) installation qualification operational qualification and ongoing production operations. You will manage integration between robotic systems and enterprise platforms (MES LIMS ELN) implement cybersecurity controls aligned withDoD Zero Trust architectureandISA-62443standards and collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain quality engineering and external vendor teams.

You will serve as the primary technical interface between AstraZeneca IT and the robotics vendors software and automation engineering teams ensuring that platform readiness milestones are met and that all software licensing data integrity and system availability requirements are fulfilled.

Typical responsibilities

• IT/OT Integration & Architecture: Design and maintain robust OT/IT network segmentation low-latency connectivity for real-time robotic control and high-availability infrastructure targeting 99.99% uptime for production-critical automation systems.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Implement and enforce cybersecurity measures including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) firewall segmentation endpoint protection patch management SIEM integration and audit logging in alignment withDoD Zero Trust Reference ArchitectureISA-62443 andFDA 21 CFR Part 11.
• Software & Automation Support: Support automation programming for robotic platforms resolve software licensing issues and coordinate with vendor engineering teams on software development lifecycle (SDLC) activities.
• System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of robotic clusters withManufacturing Execution Systems (MES)such as PAS-X orTULIP and withLIMS & ELNplatforms to guarantee end-to-end traceability and electronic batch record compliance.
• Data Management & Traceability: Ensure all data acquisition systems support electronic records and electronic signatures per 21 CFR Part 11 maintain high-fidelity audit trails and enable capture of process parameters batch data and material genealogy.
• IoT & Environmental Monitoring: Support IoT sensor integration for real-time environmental and equipment monitoring configure automated alerting and escalation protocols and maintain alarm management systems.
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: Develop test and maintain disaster recovery plans for cloud-based and on-premise software/data systems; define and meet Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).
• Vendor Collaboration & FAT/SAT Support: Serve as the IT point of contact during FAT/SAT execution support qualification activities manage deviations and mitigation plans related to IT readiness and ensure documentation alignment with project milestones.
• Cloud Platform Management: Support and manage cloud infrastructure associated with the robotic cluster platform (estimated at $2.5M annual cloud fee per cluster) ensuring security cost efficiency and performance.

Essential requirements

• Bachelors degree in computer science Software Engineering Information Technology or a related field (masters degree preferred).
• 5 years experience in IT/OT environments supporting automation robotics or advanced manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks including Zero Trust architecture ISA-62443 and NIST standards.
• Demonstrated experience with MES platforms (e.g. PAS-X or TULIP) LIMS and ELN systems integration.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python C or C# and familiarity with robotic frameworks (ROS UR platforms or similar).
• Working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 GxP compliance requirements and pharmaceutical data integrity principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure or GCP) and IoT integration in manufacturing environments.
• Strong project management skills including the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams vendor timelines and cross-functional dependencies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfort with risk and ambiguous situations in a rapidly evolving first-of-its-kind program.

Desirable qualifications

• Experience working in advanced manufacturing systems and environments.
• Familiarity withISPE GAMP 5validation framework for computerized systems.
• Experience supportingFAT/SATandIQ/OQqualification activities.
• Knowledge ofDevSecOpspractices andScaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Understanding ofSEC cybersecurity disclosure requirements(17 CFR Parts).

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $122985.60 - $184478.40. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentivesan opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs paid time off (i.e. vacation holiday and leaves) as well as health dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we ignite ambitious thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility.

Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca:

Here courage curiosity and collaboration fuel a relentless focus on transforming cancer outcomes powered by a pipeline that fuses innovative science with advanced technology. You will work in an environment where unexpected teams come together to fuel bold ideas backed by meaningful investment and a clear path from discovery to impact. We value kindness alongside ambition and we empower leaders at every level to ask sharp questions take smart risks and turn data into decisions that help patients sooner.

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