Exelixis · 2 months ago
IT Product Lead - Digital Applications (Global Patient Safety)
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$144K/yr - $204K/yr
5+ years expExelixis is a biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines for patients. The IT Product Lead - Digital Applications will lead a portfolio of digital products, driving strategy, development, and operational excellence while ensuring alignment with business objectives and enhancing user experience.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Own at least one digital product coupled with a thorough understanding and execution of the vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital products within the Digital Applications job family (e.g., Clinical Trials Applications, R&D Informatics, Commercial Operations Platforms)
Own at least one digital product and work with senior product leads and business stakeholders (e.g., R&D, Clinical, Commercial, G&A, Medical Affairs) to gather user needs and translate them into actionable product requirements and user stories
Be part of a team conducting market research and technology assessments to support product planning and identify areas for innovation
Help drive the evaluation and prioritization of product initiatives based on business impact, technical feasibility, and compliance considerations
Own the architecture and design of at least one product and ensure the design and development of secure, scalable digital solutions
Updating and customizing E2B profiles and workflow customizations
Designing, generating and automating safety reports such as SUSAR, PSUR, DSUR, PBRER, CIOMS I/II, and case listings
Develop complex SQL queries, packages, views, and PL/SQL procedures for case data analysis and reporting
Coordinate Argus Safety Upgrades with internal teams and vendors
Own product development activities across at least one digital product through the lifecycle -—from concept to launch and post-launch optimization—using Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
Be part of a team and assist in writing user stories, defining acceptance criteria, and refining product specifications in alignment with business goals
Be part of a team and work closely with engineering, architecture, and QA teams to support timely delivery of high-quality digital applications
Own the coordination with vendors and service providers to support product delivery timelines and operational needs across at least one digital product
Own the user experience improvements across at least one Digital product by incorporating feedback from usability testing and end user research
Act as a liaison between IT and business teams, helping to communicate technical concepts in business terms and vice versa across at least one functional area
Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders to support alignment on product goals and priorities across at least one functional area
Facilitate communication across product, business, and IT teams to support effective execution and issue resolution
Own the planning sessions and provide input on product-related decisions as appropriate to at least one digital product
Conduct user training and onboarding on Safety systems, reporting tools and compliance procedures
Be part of a team to support efforts to maintain the stability, performance, and security of digital applications in partnership with IT operations and infrastructure teams
Be part of a team to assist in managing relationships with third-party vendors and software providers relevant to the digital product portfolio
Be part of a team to ensure product releases and processes comply with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, HIPAA, GDPR) and internal quality standards
Ownership to quality assurance activities to help ensure product deliverables meet expectations to at least one digital product
Ownership in the Implementation and maintenance of robust data management & AI practices to protect sensitive information and ensure its accuracy and reliability to at least one digital product
Ownership in monitoring product performance metrics and KPIs to support continuous improvement efforts to at least one digital product
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related discipline and 7 years of related experience; or
Master's degree in mathematics or statistics or engineering and 5 years of related experience
PhD degree in a related discipline and 4 years of related experience; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting Enterprise IT enabling business functions
Minimum of 6+ years of progressive experience in IT, focused on digital applications or product management within the life science or pharmaceutical industry
Proven experience in leading product development teams in an agile/product-centric operating model is essential
Strong understanding of the drug discovery or clinical development, or commercialization lifecycle within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company
Demonstrated success in defining and delivering complex digital products that drive significant business value
Experience with one of the mentioned specific technologies or platforms as relevant to the specific role, [e.g., SaaS platforms (Veeva, SalesForce) or cloud solutions (AWS, Azure), or functional capabilities specific to business function such as LIMS, SAP ERP, EDC, CTMS, CRM systems widely used in pharma]
Experience with regulatory frameworks and compliance in a GxP environment
Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization
Deep understanding of product management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and product lifecycle management
Solid technical acumen with the ability to understand complex IT architectures and development processes
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
In depth knowledge of Oracle Argus Safety System (including Interchange server, Application server and the underlying Database)
Benefits
401k plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Sales-based incentive plan
Opportunity to purchase company stock
Receive long-term incentives
15 accrued vacation days in their first year
17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December
Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year
Company
Exelixis
Exelixis works is focused on discovering, developing and commercializing therapies for the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$514MKey Investors
Deerfield
2015-07-23Post Ipo Equity· $135M
2012-02-16Post Ipo Equity· $65M
2010-06-03Post Ipo Debt· $160M
Leadership Team
Michael Morrissey
President and CEO
Christopher Senner
Executive Vice President and CFO
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