Service Applications, Solution Architect (Bridgewater)

Reference: 629295Posted: 2026-07-21Location: Bridgewater, New JerseyCompany: Planet Pharma GroupContact: ApplicationsEmail: View email address on apply.placed-app.com:Service Applications, Solution ArchitectPartner, collaborate and develop positive relationships with stakeholders to understand organizational needs in support of the digital strategy, corporate objectives, and major functional objectives
Perform gap assessments, formulate investment initiatives that support business priorities
Partner with the Program Management Office (PMO) organization to develop roadmaps that optimally reflect corporate priorities and balancing of resources
Own and evolve the ServiceNow platform as the enterprise service management foundation, serving as the Solution Architect for all IT-supporting products deployed on the platform — including those currently implemented (e.g., ITSM, ITAM) and those planned for future adoption.
Manage demand and drive execution of a portfolio of projects through effective prioritization, planning (e.g. clear definition of objectives, success criteria, risks, scope, timelines, cost), vendor management and oversight
Define and govern process, system, integration, policies, and data architectures for the ServiceNow ecosystem, including technical standards, integration patterns, instance strategy, and upgrade management
Apply standard methodologies for defining business capabilities, understanding core requirements, and managing vendors for implementation and ongoing support
Establish and lead a center of excellence for the ServiceNow platform, working with different ServiceNow teams, providing guidance, training, and support; set standards for development practices, testing, release management, and platform governance
Architect and implement integrated and automated processes that drive efficiency and ensure the platform is audit-ready at all times; sustain knowledge continuity through appropriate levels of documentation, cross-training, and vendor management
Ensure the platform meets 21 CFR Part 11, SOX, and GxP validation requirements, including IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and audit trail integrity
Lead the evaluation and onboarding of new ServiceNow products and capabilities in alignment with IT strategy, conducting build vs. buy assessments and evaluating third-party integrations and marketplace solutions
Skills:7+ years of proven experience leading a ServiceNow platform or development team with hands-on experience across different functional areas, with demonstrated depth in ITSM, ITOM and ITAM modules; continued growth and responsibilities
10+ years of progressive responsibility in IT applications with a minimum of 7 years partnering and working with multiple business functions on the implementation of new capabilities enabled by IT
Proven track record of leading, influencing, and driving initiatives with senior partners.
Extensive business system analysis skills and strong experience with system development lifecycle methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall)
Strong background in IT operations, administration, and enterprise solutions.
3+ years of direct people management experience, including hiring, developing, and retaining technical talent
The ability and willingness to roll up sleeves as needed to drive team success
Ability to work in a cross-functional federated model
Experience in the Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical industry and working in a GxP compliant environment is strongly preferred.
Education:Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, etc.).
MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist) are strongly preferred.
Certifications & Licenses:ITIL
PMP
ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist
Pay ranges between 110-120/hr based on experience