Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Technical Manager – AI Solutions & Business Process Automation
Department: IT
Reports To: Assoc Director of Global data product delivery
Job Type: Full-Time

 Job Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on Technical Manager to lead the development and deployment of AI and automation solutions. This role is ideal for a technically skilled leader with deep experience in healthcare and manufacturing, who thrives on building intelligent systems, streamlining operations, and delivering measurable impact. You’ll be directly involved in designing, and implementing solutions using leading automation platforms while managing a high-performing technical team in various time zones

Key Responsibilities:

AI & Automation Development

• Design, build, and deploy AI/ML models and automation workflows to enhance device intelligence and operational efficiency.

• Develop and maintain solutions using Power Automate, Power apps

• Rapidly prototype and test automation tools/AI solutions for use in manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

• Build intelligent AI Agents using low-code platforms to accelerate automation adoption and scalability.

Process Optimization

• Analyze and re-engineer business processes to identify automation opportunities across R&D, supply chain, and clinical operations.

• Integrate automation solutions with enterprise systems (ERP, MES, QMS) to reduce manual effort and improve compliance.

AI Governance & Strategy

• Follow AI governance framework to ensure ethical, compliant, and secure deployment of AI solutions.

• Build monitoring and auditing mechanisms for AI and automation initiatives across the organization.

Technical Leadership

• Lead by example by hands-on development, conduct code reviews, and guide the team through technical challenges.

•  Define design standards, and best practices for AI and automation projects.

• Mentor junior engineers and ensure continuous upskilling within the team.

Architecture & Infrastructure

• Collaborate with enterprise architects and data architects to implement next-generation infrastructure for AI and automation solutions aligned with the organization’s futuristic vision.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend scalable, secure, and cost-effective architectures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with clinical, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to align solutions with industry-specific needs and compliance standards.

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver working solutions.

• Present technical insights and project outcomes to stakeholders in a clear, actionable format.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Proficiency:

  • Expertise in Power Automate

  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks

• Tools and Software:

  • Project Management: Proficiency in Jira and MS Project for managing and tracking project progress

  • Data Analysis: Expertise in Power BI for analyzing and visualizing data to support decision-making and performance monitoring

Certifications preferred

• Microsoft Certified: Power Automate RPA Developer Associate

• Azure AI Engineer Associate or AWS Certified Machine Learning, AI Engineer, GenAI developer,

• Industry Experience:

  • Extensive experience in healthcare and manufacturing, with a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and regulatory requirements

• Professional Experience:

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in automation and AI

  • Proven track record of successful project delivery and leading small to mid-size geographically located teams.

• Education:

  • Master’s degree in Automation and AI, Computer Science, or equivalent

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Automation Conversion: Migrate 40+ automations to Power Automate within the Vantive environment.

• Team Development: Build and sustain a fully operational automation team.

• Cost Efficiency: Deliver 4+ cost-saving automation solutions with measurable financial impact.

• Project Delivery: Ensure all automation projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

Professional Development:

We offer continuous learning opportunities and support for professional development to help you stay at the forefront of automation and AI technologies.

Reasonable Accommodation

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