About the Role
Major accountabilities:
- AI Agent & Automation Development
- Design, build, and deploy custom AI agents using Microsoft Copilot Studio, including semantic indexing for context‑aware information retrieval.
- Develop intelligent automation workflows using Power Automate Desktop with Generative AI to process unstructured data (e.g. PDFs, emails, images).
- Hackathon Technical Consulting & Enablement
- Act as a solution architect and technical advisor for hackathon teams, supporting conversational design, intent definition, and entity extraction.
- Rapidly prototype AI solutions and MVPs, helping teams turn concepts into functional, secure, and scalable solutions.
- Data Engineering & RAG Implementation
- Build and maintain data pipelines using Python (Pandas/PySpark) and SQL in Azure Databricks.
- Enable “Chat with Your Data” capabilities by integrating Databricks data with Microsoft Copilot Studio using RAG patterns.
- Ensure data quality, fairness, transparency, and privacy in line with Novartis Responsible AI principles.
- Application & Experience Development
- Develop custom applications using Microsoft Power Apps (Canvas and Model‑Driven), ensuring strong usability, accessibility, and branding.
- Embed AI capabilities (Copilot controls, AI Builder models such as OCR) directly into business applications.
- Create intuitive user experiences that allow associates to interact seamlessly with AI solutions.
- Integration, Analytics & Governance
- Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems including SharePoint, Dataverse, SQL, and M365 via connectors and APIs.
- Develop Power BI dashboards to track hackathon metrics and project outcomes for leadership and steering committees.
- Document architectures and ensure compliance with IT security, governance, and data privacy frameworks.
- Knowledge Sharing, Community & Innovation
- Create reusable documentation, how‑to guides, tutorials, and templates to support self‑service learning.
- Support community engagement through Viva Engage by sharing tips, moderating discussions, and answering technical queries.
- Research and prototype emerging AI capabilities (e.g. Agentic AI) and provide recommendations to IT leadership.
- Collaborate closely across data, AI, and experience teams to ensure seamless end‑to‑end solution delivery.
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a Masters or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Data Science / AI / Software/ IT Engineering / Statistics / Mathematics / Multimedia Computing or a related field; must be in the 3rd year of study.
- Proficiency in Python (scripting, data manipulation) and SQL, with exposure to cloud or data platforms such as Azure Databricks.
- Hands‑on experience or strong interest in AI technologies such as LLMs, chatbots, RAG concepts, embeddings, or Microsoft Copilot Studio.
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), with experience in app integration, automation, or data visualization (Power BI).
- Understanding of UI/UX principles and application design; knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze and improve data quality and processes.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, collaborating with team members to develop innovative solutions
- Creative thinking, eagerness to learn new technologies and frameworks, and a proactive mindset to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong interest in participating in meetings and contribute ideas.
Languages :
- Good written and spoken English.
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Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
