Sr. Systems Engineer / Principal / Sr. Principal

DescriptionPartner with IT team members and the client community to deliver IT systems that utilize underlying technology solutions in support of business objectives to improve productivity and enhance processes. Activities include analysis, interpretation, identifying trends and taking corrective action. Responsibilities include leading and participation on project teams, and accountability for underlying technology within the respective area. Duties may include baseline infrastructure operational support, administrative and maintenance duties.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.This role is located in our Duluth, GA location (Atlanta area) with on site work flexibility 2-3 days per week.Compensation DataThis position offers a base salary typically between $75,000 and 183,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here. ( & ResponsibilitiesClient Support: Perform or advise IT colleagues on administrative and maintenance tasks for assigned applications/systems. Troubleshoot application and system problems that have been escalated, evaluate scope of impact, and develop remediation plan.Technical Focus: Serve as an expert on existing applications/systems and underlying architecture. Employ comprehensive knowledge to influence technology decisions. Identify IT or Pharma industry processes or technologies that could provide BI with a competitive advantage.Project/Solution Activities: Support goals by participating on or leading project teams. Deliver on assigned tasks and action items.Consulting and Analysis: Meet regularly with IT colleagues and stakeholders to seek new opportunities to make their processes more efficient, effective, and/or secure. Make recommendations to utilize and implement improvements to IT systems to meet needs. Determine/gather requirements to present possible solutions or improvements.Documentation: Determine documentation requirements and produce documentation as required in support of baseline and project activitiesOccasional travel within the US will be requiredWork with groups and individuals locally, regionally and globally to provide solutions for an enterprise client baseOversee local vendor in regards to IT policies and processes which include but are not limited to hardware inventory management for end user devices such as PC’s, iPads, etc.RequirementsHardware and software support, as well as device support experienceSr. Systems Engineer:Associate degree in Computer Science or MIS with a minimum of 4 years experience; or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, or MIS, or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience; or a Master degree in Computer Science, MIS, with minimum 1 year of experience; or relevant Business or IT experience of minimum of 4 years.Moderate level of technical understanding & knowledge, project management, and experience with life cycle methodologyPrincipal Systems EngineerAdvanced level of technical understanding and demonstrated knowledgeDemonstrated knowledge of and experience with project management.Solid understanding of system life cycle methodology.Associate degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field with 7 years experience; or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field with 5 years of experience; or a Master in Computer Science, MIS, or related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience; or relevant Business or IT experience of a minimum of 7 years.Sr. Principal Systems Engineer Requirements:Expert level of technical understanding and demonstrated knowledge for area of responsibility.Strong knowledge of and experience with project management requireWorking knowledge of and experience with life cycle methodology required.Associate degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field with minimum 11 years experience; or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, or MIS, or related field with a minimum 9 years of experience; or a Masters in Computer Science, MIS, or related experience with minimum of 7 years of experience; or relevant Business or IT experience of minimum of 11 years.The qualified candidate will be hired at the appropriate level commensurate with education/experienceDesired Skills, Experience and AbilitiesExcellent people skills and customer service experience and abilities.Well rounded IT backgroundProject Management experienceEligibility Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or olderAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.