Specialist IS Architect - Anaplan

Job Description

In this vital role, you will drive innovation in a highly integrated Financial Planning landscape. You will be an integral member of a truly dynamic and exciting Product Team that will own ground-breaking solutions for global professionals in Human Resources, Finance, and Global Commercial Operations. Are you a seasoned technologist with a mind for crafting a connected planning and budgeting ecosystem to drive powerful financial insights Come join our team and be a part of something new that we can be proud of. Roles & Responsibilities Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Lead model building activities consistent with industry standards, including build and validation of modules and calculations, security and workflow management, and performance optimization. Drive continuous improvement in the architecture by identifying opportunities for innovation and efficiency. Co-innovate with Amgen Financial Planning & Analysis team by planning and managing Product roadmaps. Work directly with business SMEs to understand, prioritize, and advise on application focus and rollout. Work independently; function as a knowledge resource for less experienced team members. Serve as lead for operational support in a DevOps model for the deployed Anaplan solutions. Work on other initiatives and product teams on a rotational basis to gain multi-functional knowledge. Own and maintain SDLC documentation using Agile tools such as Confluence. Basic Qualifications Master's degree in Computer Science and 4 to 6 years of experience in Information Systems. OR Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 6 to 8 years in Information Systems. OR Diploma in Computer Science and 10 to 12 years of experience in Information Systems. Must-Have Skills Implementing or running multiple planning solutions in Anaplan (preferred) or similar EPM tools (e.g., Hyperion, OneStream, SAP BPC, or TM1). Experience working in DevOps teams, utilizing agile tools like Jira. Possesses strong learning agility and analytical thinking with solid attention to detail. Outstanding interpersonal skills and technical leadership, including a natural ability to breakdown and convey complex technical topics to diverse audiences. Foster a culture of innovation. Experience with Tableau a plus. Good-to-Have Skills Strong solution design and problem-solving skills. Strong understanding of technology, function, or platform. Experience in developing differentiated and deliverable solutions. Ability to analyze client requirements and translate them into solutions. Professional Certifications Anaplan Level 3 certification. Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) for Teams (preferred). Soft Skills Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills. Demonstrated awareness of how to function in a team setting. Demonstrated awareness of presentation skills. Strong transformation and change management experience. High degree of initiative and self-motivation. Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. Strong verbal and written communication skills.