
Lead, AI Engineer & Scientist, Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), Global DD&T(Data, Digital & Technology)
Tokyo, TokyoAt Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.
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Job Description
Please note this job requires business level:: Japanese language command not only in speaking, business writing and reading.
The Future Begins Here:
At Takeda, we are leading the digital transformation globally in the biopharmaceutical industry, leveraging technology to transform the way we develop and deliver life-changing treatments for patients. We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!
As we strive to become one of the most trusted, science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies in the world, data, digital and technology (DD&T) are deeply embedded in all we do.
To accelerate our transformation, we continue our investment in data, digital and technology and further growing our digital capabilities in Japan. Our aim is to embed DD&T across our organization, to create a future-ready organization meeting the evolving needs of patients, our people, and the planet.
武田薬品は、バイオ医薬品業界のデジタルトランスフォーメーションをグローバルに牽引し、テクノロジーを駆使して患者さんの人生を変える治療法の開発・提供方法を変革しています。私たちは、このダイナミックなチームに参加してくれる、あなたのような才能ある人材を求めています!
データに基づき、成果にフォーカスした、最も信頼されるバイオ医薬品企業に変革するようにデータ、デジタル、テクノロジー(DD&T)は私たちのあらゆる活動に深く組み込まれています。
この変革を加速させるため、私たちはDD&Tへの投資を継続し、日本におけるデジタル能力をさらに高めています。私たちの目標は、DD&Tを組織全体に浸透させ、患者さん、社員、そして地球の進化するニーズに応える「未来志向の組織」を創造することです。
THE ORGANIZATION:
This role is in the Takeda Japan Innovation Center (TJIC), as part of the global network of Innovation Capability Centers (ICCs). Our ICCs focus on delivering digital solutions across Takeda and building our internal digital capabilities to ensure we are future-ready.
TJIC collaborates with the global ICCs to supports our Japan based business units and functions with cutting-edge technologies such as AI and big data. As a TJIC member, you will work closely with Japan-based business units and functions while regularly collaborating with colleagues in global ICCs to exchange knowledge and drive innovation.
Being part of TJIC offers a unique opportunity to leverage the latest data, digital and technology practices to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions. You will be empowered to deepen your expertise, enhance your skills and contribute to a mission that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives worldwide.
このロールは、グローバルなイノベーション・ケイパビリティ・センター(ICC)ネットワークの一員である、タケダ・ジャパン・イノベーション・センター(TJIC)に属します。ICCは、武田薬品全体にデジタルソリューションを提供し、将来にわたって対応できる社内のデジタル能力を構築することに注力しています。
TJICは、グローバルICCと連携し、AIやビッグデータなどの最先端技術を活用して、日本を拠点とするビジネス部門や機能部門をサポートしています。TJICのメンバーとして、あなたは日本のビジネス部門や機能部門と密接に連携しながら、グローバルICCの同僚と定期的に協力し、知識を交換し、イノベーションを推進します。
TJICの一員となることは、最新のデータ、デジタル、テクノロジーの実践を活用して、複雑な課題を解決し、影響力のあるソリューションを提供するユニークな機会を提供します。あなたは専門知識を深め、スキルを向上させ、世界中の人々の生活に有意義な変化をもたらすミッションに貢献することができます。
THE OPPORTUNITY:
As an AIEngineer focused on LLM’s you will lead the development and implementation of AI and large language model (LLM) proof of concepts and systems that support business objectives and drive innovation. You’ll be at the forefront of AI development, leveraging automation and optimizing resources to deliver robust, cutting-edge solutions that align with Takeda’s global mission. This role empowers you to apply your technical expertise and innovative mindset in a collaborative environment, driving progress and innovation across the organization.
AI/LLMエンジニアとして、ビジネス目標を支援しイノベーションを推進するAIおよび大規模言語モデル(LLM)の概念実証とシステム開発をリードします。AI開発の最前線に立ち、自動化を活用し、リソースを最適化して、武田薬品のグローバルミッションに沿った堅牢で最先端のソリューションを提供します。この役割は、あなたの技術的専門知識と革新的なマインドセットを協働的な環境で活かし、組織全体の進歩とイノベーションを牽引する機会を提供します。
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead projects and operations related to AI/LLM proof of concept and system development, achieving outcomes within agreed schedules, budgets, and quality standards, with a focus on scalability and integration with existing platforms.
Improve the efficiency of AI/LLM system development, testing, and documentation by leveraging tools such as GitHub Copilot and other cutting-edge AI tools, as well as developing custom AI solutions when necessary.
Work closely with business stakeholders and IT/data teams to identify challenges in data and AI utilization, proactively designing, implementing, and delivering solutions to drive the digitalization of business processes.
Contribute to raising the company’s overall technical level by sharing the best practices gained from data and AI initiatives with other teams and departments.
職務内容
AI/LLMの概念実証とシステム開発に関連するプロジェクトおよび運用をリードし、既存のプラットフォームとのスケーラビリティと統合に重点を置きながら、合意されたスケジュール、予算、品質基準内で成果を達成します。
GitHub Co-Pilotやその他最新AIツールを活用するとともに必要に応じて自らカスタムAIソリューションを構築することで、AI/LLMシステム開発やテスト、ドキュメント作成の効率化を図ります。
ビジネスステークホルダーやIT・データチームと密に連携しながらデータ・AI活用の課題を特定し、課題解決のためのソリューションをプロアクティブに考案・実装・提供することで、ビジネスプロセスのデジタライゼーションをリードします。
データ・AI活用の取り組みを通じて得られたベストプラクティスを他チーム・他部門に向けて発信することで、全社の技術レベル向上に貢献します
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS :
Essential:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field.(preferred: Master’s Degree or PhD)
5+ years of experience in AI/ML/data science
1+ years of experience in AI/LLM system development and deployment in production environments. (Preferred knowledge: AWS, Databricks, GitHub)
Understandingrelevant machine learning models, statistical models, algorithms and the underlying mathematics to be able to train, fine tune models and select the right model for the problem
Always keeping up with the latest information on generative AI/agentic AI
Experience in developing machine learning models in cloud environments (such as AWS, Google Cloud, Azure,etc.)
The ability and experience to independently identify business challenges that can enhance business value and improve efficiency through AI utilization, by communicating with stakeholders, and to independently devise AI solutions to address those challenges
Relevant programming skills, likely Python and SQL
Japanese language skill: JLPT N2+
Preferred:
Business level English skill
Preferred programming skills: Python, SQL, Typescript.
Domain knowledge in the pharmaceutical industry
Experience with ETL engineering and databases for data transformations
Experience with ServiceNow, Jira, or other relevant process and productivity tools
スキルと資格 :
【必須条件:】
コンピューターサイエンス、統計学、数学または関連分野の学士号 (尚可: 修士、博士)
AI/データサイエンス領域の経験5年以上
AI/LLMシステムの開発と運用環境でのデプロイ経験1年以上。(尚可: AWS、Databricks、GitHub)
機械学習モデル、統計モデル、アルゴリズム、およびそれらの基盤となる数学を理解し、モデルのトレーニング、ファインチューニング、そして問題に適したモデルを選択できること
ジェネレーティブAI/エージェンティックAIに関する最新情報を学び、常に知識をアップデート
クラウド環境(AWS、GoogleCloud、Azureなど)での機械学習モデルの開発経験
ステークホルダーとのコミュニケーションを通じて、ビジネス価値を向上させ効率を改善できるビジネス課題を独自に特定し、それを解決するAIソリューションを独自に考案できる能力と経験
関連するプログラミングスキル、主にPython, SQL.
日本語能力:日本語能力試験(JLPT)N2以上
【望ましい条件:】
ビジネスレベルの英語力
プログラミング経験:Python, SQL, Typescript
製薬業界に関するドメイン知識
データ変換のためのETLエンジニアリングおよびデータベースの経験
ServiceNow、Jira、またはその他関連ツールの使用経験
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:
Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.
Important Notice concerning working conditions:
It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.
It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.
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