Head of R and D Platform Engineering
Company: [Sanofi>
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 30, 2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Head of R and D Platform EngineeringLocation:
Cambridge, MA, Morristown, NJAbout the JobAt Sanofi, we're
committed to providing the next-gen healthcare that patients and
customers need. It's about harnessing data insights and leveraging
AI responsibly to search deeper and solve sooner than ever before.
Join our [Team Name] as [Job Title] and you can help make it
happen---At Sanofi, we're committed to providing the next-gen
healthcare that patients and customers need. It's about harnessing
data insights and leveraging AI responsibly to search deeper and
solve sooner than ever before. Join our R&D Data & AI Products
and Platforms Team as Head of R&D Platform Engineering and you
can help make it happen. -Sanofi has recently embarked into a vast
and ambitious digital transformation program. A cornerstone of this
roadmap is the acceleration of its data transformation and of the
adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)
solutions, to accelerate R&D, manufacturing and commercial
performance and bring better drugs and vaccines to patients faster,
to improve health and save lives. ---- -The R&D Data & AI
Products and Platforms Team is a key team within R&D Digital,
focused on developing and delivering Data and AI products for
R&D use cases. This team plays a critical role in pursuing
broader democratization of data across R&D and providing the
foundation to scale AI/ML, advanced analytics, and operational
analytics capabilities. -As the Head of R&D Platform
Engineering, you will be a leader on a dynamic team committed to
driving strategic and operational digital priorities and
initiatives in R&D. You will work with data architects and
engineers within an agile environment to drive and oversee the
design, development, deployment and maintenance of scalable,
efficient, and innovative platforms that enable teams to drive
solutions and accelerate Data/AI Product development. This will
include platforms that enable foundational scientific data
management and compute processing capabilities at Sanofi are driven
through Scientific Information processing Services (SIPS) and
Scientific Workflow Engineering Lab (SWEL). - ---- -Our vision for
digital, data analytics and AI--- -Join us on our journey in
enabling Sanofi's Digital Transformation through becoming an AI
first organization. This means:--- -
- AI Factory - Versatile Teams Operating in Cross Functional
Pods: Utilizing digital and data resources to develop AI products,
bringing data management, AI and product development skills to
products, programs and projects to create an agile, fulfilling and
meaningful work environment. -
- Leading Edge Tech Stack: Experience build products that will be
deployed globally on a leading-edge tech stack. -
- World Class Mentorship and Training: Working with renown
leaders and academics in machine learning to further develop your
skillsets. ---- -We are an innovative global healthcare company
with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve
people's lives. We're also a company where you can flourish and
grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make
connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought
was possible. Ready to get started? ---- ----Main Responsibilities:
-Platform Development and Delivery: -
- Define and execute the vision and strategy for R&D platform
engineering, aligning with broader R&D business objectives and
data strategy needs -
- Act as liaison between technical teams and R&D business
stakeholders to ensure alignment and prioritization of platform
initiatives -
- Define, develop, and maintain product development roadmaps for
the development of data platforms, including SIPS and SWEL -
- Lead teams of engineers and architects through the design,
implementation, and optimization of SIPS and SWEL platforms to
support scalable and secure R&D operations and accelerate the
delivery of R&D data and AI products -
- Oversee the architecture, deployment, and maintenance of system
integration and software lifecycle platforms -
- Lead and participate in technical, design, and product
discussions related to the data platform; and communicate complex
technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders -Technical Data
Management: -
- Oversee and directly manage team responsible for technical data
management activities -
- Work with this team to manage data management needs from the
business and provide platform level technical solutions where
required -Innovation & Team Management: -
- Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to maximize
the value of the data stack and ensure platforms meet analytical
and modeling requirements -
- Ensure execution across the platform team is predictable,
reliable, and sustainable, implementing best practices in
engineering processes -
- Manage project timelines and priorities to ensure timely
delivery of platform engineering outputs ---- -About You -Key
Functional Requirements & Qualifications: -
- Master's in computer science, engineering, or a related field;
8-10 years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or
software development and 6+ years in management and leadership
roles -
- Proven track record leading successful platform projects across
design, development, scaling, and maintenance -
- Understanding of R&D business and data environment strongly
preferred -
- Strong communication between technical and non-technical
stakeholders and collaborators -
- Demonstrated team leadership, mentorship, and management
skill--- -Key Technical Requirements & Qualifications: -
- Expertise building large-scale data platforms with supporting
data lakes -
- Experience with data security, compliance, and regulatory
requirements -
- Proficiency with data analytics and statistical software (incl.
SQL, Python, Java, Excel, AWS, Snowflake, Informatica) -
- Expert experience with engineering tools and in programming
languages such as Python, R, Java -
- Proven expertise in system integration, data streaming, data
platform services, and software engineering lifecycle management -
- Deep understanding and proven track record managing large-scale
platform deployments in a complex R&D environment -Why Choose
Us?
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive,
future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive
your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at
home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that
recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range
of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare,
prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks'
gender-neutral parental leave.Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates
are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to
a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color;
creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality;
marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender,
gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation;
disability; veteran or military status or liability for military
status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood
trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to
genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by
law.#GD-SA ---#LI-SA#LI-Onsite -#vhd -All compensation will be
determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may
be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs,
and additional benefits information can
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