Merck KGaA Posted September 23, 2026

Information Technology / Operational Technology Solution Architect

Cork, Cork, Ireland Full time
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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Reporting to the Innovation & Technology Manager, the Information Technology / Operational Technology (IT/OT) Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing operational technology solutions that enhance manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and support the overall business strategy. This role requires a deep understanding of both IT and OT systems, with a focus on integrating these technologies to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Position Key Responsibilities:

Architecture Design: Develop and maintain the architecture for OT solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with industry standards.

Integration: Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration between OT and IT systems, including ERP, MES, Data Historian and SCADA systems.

Solution Development: Lead the design and implementation of innovative OT solutions that enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.

Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and quality assurance, to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.

Continuous Improvement: Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions that drive operational excellence.

Training and Support: Provide training and support to operational teams on new technologies and processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Project Management: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery of IT/OT initiatives.

Compliance and Security: Ensure all IT/OT solutions comply with relevant regulations and cybersecurity standards

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Cork, Cork, Ireland
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 3753 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 173 biopharma companies.

3753Comparable roles tracked
3372Currently active
173Companies hiring similar roles
64Countries represented

Salary context

921 of 3753 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Lowest disclosed · Biologics Support Operator I (3rd Shift) · AbbVie $14/hr – $26/hr (≈ $29,099–$54,122/yr)
Highest disclosed · Head of Analytical Development · ModernaTX, Inc. $272,200/yr – $490,100/yr
Peer group range $41,610 – $381,150 (median $125,550)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 3753 comparable roles

United States1739
Germany251
India166
France146
Ireland136
China123

+ 58 more countries

Seniority mix

1670 of 3753 peers have a known seniority level

Senior431
Manager381
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc259
Associate162
Principal138
Associate Director119
Director115
Senior Director57
Executive/VP8

Therapeutic area mix

24 of 3753 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Vaccines & Infectious Disease15
Rare Disease3
Oncology3
Respiratory1
Dermatology & Aesthetics1
Immunology1

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How we calculate "similar"

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Every comparison starts from the same 100-point budget: 25 for working in the same function, 40 for the same therapeutic area, 20 for the same or adjacent seniority, 15 for the same country. A dimension we can't confirm on both sides contributes nothing, never a guess, never a free pass.

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