Data Historian System Owner

About the role

Roche is looking for a Data Historian System Owner to lead the operational reliability, maintenance and long-term evolution of the site Data Historian landscape across Basel and Kaiseraugst. The role oversees Aveva PI Platforms and Rotronic Monitoring Systems (RMS), ensures high availability, system performance and regulatory compliance, bridges IT and OT domains and supports end-to-end Make Assess Release (MAR) processes in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of site Data Historian systems (PI Monitoring Systems and Platforms for Basel and Kaiseraugst, and Rotronic RMS) to guarantee high availability, reliability and robust performance.
• Plan and execute routine maintenance, updates and system upgrades, and promptly diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Oversee the IT/OT technological landscape and its integration, supporting the digital maturity goals of the PT Strategy and MAR processes.
• Design and implement performance optimization strategies for data collection, retrieval and analytics, and stay ahead of emerging Data Historian technology trends.
• Partner with Process Owners, process engineers, IT teams, Business Integration Managers and Technical Product Leads.
• Maintain GxP compliance, SHE regulations and internal policies, and document system configurations and operating procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Biology, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems or a related field (Master's or PhD is a plus).
• 5+ years of professional experience in global and complex business environments, with IT/OT expertise in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, especially manufacturing and Technical Operations.
• Sound knowledge of pharmaceutical technologies and processes, including digital plant, shop floor automation, quality lab systems and system architecture integration.
• Entrepreneurial problem solver applying lean and agile principles, with strong negotiation, analytical and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage ambiguity.
• Proficient in German and English.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Data Historian platforms, specifically Aveva PI and Rotronic RMS.
• Solid understanding of SQL databases, network infrastructure and industrial communication protocols.
• Practical experience with data visualization and analytics tools.