Overview
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Summary
Location: Basel, Switzerland or Dublin, Ireland.
Data42 is Novartis’s data and analytics platform, that allows us to integrate different data modalities (discovery, preclinical, clinical, Real World Data (RWD)) at scale to support data-driven decision making across Novartis. We are seeking a Head of Data Engineering and Data Products to join our dynamic and innovative data and analytics team. This pivotal role is responsible for designing, building and maintaining data solutions using Palantir Foundry. In this role you will foster the use of AI/GenAI to advance the speed of high quality data delivery as well as to democratize the access to data and insights across the organization. The Head of Data Engineering and Data Products is a member of the Data42 Leadership team which comprises a Head of Data Science and Innovation, a Head of Platform as well as a Data Governance lead. In addition, this role will collaborate with key stakeholders across the Data and Digital Organization and across Novartis to ensure the rapid delivery of high quality data and data products with a team of ~50 internal and external team members. You will contribute to the overall success of Data42 as a member of the Data42 Leadership Team. This role will report directly to the Global Head of Data42.
Your responsibilities
* Data Engineering: Define the vision, lead and continue to develop our cross-functional Data Engineering and Data Products team by staying current with emerging technologies
* Architect, design, maintain and optimize complex data pipelines to support data exploration, operational workflows as well as advanced analytics
* Ensure best practices for data ingestion, processing, validation, transformation and storage
* Implement processes that guarantee data quality, integrity, security, compliance, and discoverability across platforms
* Advance the further use of automation and AI to accelerate the quality, speed and breadth of data delivery
* Data Products: Design, build and run scalable data product solutions using agentic workflows on Palantir Foundry to democratize data access with future needs in mind
* Establish and implement security and compliance policies to safeguard data access and dissemination
* Collaborate across the Data and Digital Organization as well as across Novartis to deliver against timelines
* Delivery And Operations: Define and track key measurements for data systems and product success
* Oversee project planning, delivery, and ongoing support for data engineering and product development
* Drive continuous improvement by monitoring system performance, analyzing product data, and responding to feedback
Essential Requirements
* PhD or master’s degree in computer science or a related discipline with experience in pharma R&D and more than 10-15 years of experience in pharma or biotech
* Experience in data management, data engineering and data modeling, particularly in designing and implementing efficient and scalable data models across different data domains with Clinical and RWD experience preferred
* Knowledge of CDISC data models/standards (i.e. SEND, SDTM, ADaM) and RWD data models/standards (i.e. OMOP)
* Experience with cloud platforms and cloud-based data and AI/ML solutions (Databricks, Snowflake, AWS SageMaker, etc.)
* Strong enterprise mindset with a strategic view for data-driven decision-making from an end-to-end perspective
* Proven global cross-functional leadership skills including coaching and talent development, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational change within complex and ambiguous environments
* Excellent communication skills with proficiency in English (oral and written)
Nice To Have
* Ideally proficient in Palantir Foundry to integrate, manage and analyze large data-sets
Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Benefits And Rewards
Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Locations
For Basel, Switzerland: Switzerland Accessibility and accommodation — If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or to receive more detailed information about essential functions, please email diversity.inclusion_ch@novartis.com with your request and contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Why Novartis
Joining Novartis means collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
Job function
* Project Management and Information Technology
Seniorities
* Executive
Employment type
* Full-time
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