BeOne Medicines · 2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Data Platform and Solution Engineering
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$144K/yr - $194K/yr
8+ years expBeOne Medicines is a company focused on fighting cancer and is seeking an Associate Director for their Global Data Strategy and Solutions team. The role involves building and scaling an Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform, with responsibilities including designing data architectures, implementing data governance practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decision-making.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Design and implement robust data architectures using Databricks, ensuring integration with existing systems and scalability for future growth
Establish data management frameworks, optimizing ETL/ELT processes and data models for performance and accuracy
Evaluate and recommend modern architectural patterns, including Lakehouse, Delta Live Tables, Data Mesh, and real-time streaming
Drive rapid Proof-of-Concepts (POCs) to validate new architectural approaches, tools, and design patterns before enterprise rollout
Partner with data engineers, scientists, and business stakeholders to develop seamless data pipelines prioritizing data integrity and usability
Implement and uphold data governance practices that enhance data accessibility while ensuring compliance with regulations
Integrate external systems, APIs, and cloud-native services to support new data products and analytics use cases
Prototype and test new connectors, ingestion frameworks, and integration patterns to accelerate innovation
Monitor data pipelines and infrastructure performance, troubleshooting issues as they arise and ensuring high availability
Optimize and enhance existing data systems for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency
Collaborate with data analysts and data scientists to understand data requirements and implement solutions that support data-driven insights and models
Monitor and enhance system performance, employing tools and methodologies to optimize data processing and storage solutions
Optimize compute costs, job orchestration, workflow efficiency, and data storage strategies
Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues to maintain optimal system functionality
Experiment with new Databricks features (Unity Catalog updates, AI/ML runtimes, Photon, DBRX, Delta Sharing, serverless SQL/compute, etc.) through quick hands-on evaluations
Develop and enforce data governance standards, including data quality, security, and compliance through automation
Conduct fast-turnaround POCs to explore new technical capabilities, libraries, and features across Databricks, Azure, Informatica, Reltio, and other ecosystem tools
Build lightweight demo pipelines, dashboards, and micro-solutions to demonstrate feasibility, guide architectural choices, and influence roadmap decisions
Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and platform advancements; translate insights into actionable recommendations
Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to evaluate beta features, pilot new capabilities, and provide technical feedback for adoption decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field/experiences
Proven experience (8+ years) in data architecture or in a similar role, with extensive experience in Databricks and cloud-based data solutions
8+ years of experience in solution engineering, platform architecture, or related working in a cross-functional environment
Strong proficiency in Apache Spark, Unity Catalog technology, Python, SQL, and data processing frameworks
Experience with APIs and experience in integrating diverse technology systems
Familiarity with modern development frameworks, DevOps methodologies, and CI/CD processes
Experience with data warehousing solutions, delta lakes, and ETL/ELT processes
Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and their respective data services
Solid understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Preferred
Databricks certifications or hands-on experience with Delta Lake and its cloud architecture is strongly preferred
Familiarity with machine learning, AI frameworks, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Spotfire)
A proactive approach to learning and implementing new technologies and frameworks
Experience working with Life Sciences data, including exposure to R&D, Clinical Operations, TechOps, or Manufacturing domains. Understanding of key systems (CTMS, EDC, eTMF, LIMS, MES, PV systems), data models (CDISC, SDTM, ADaM), and typical data challenges (quality, lineage, integration, governance) is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness
Company
BeOne Medicines
BeOne Medicines is a global oncology company domiciled in Switzerland that is discovering and developing innovative treatments that are more accessible to cancer patients worldwide.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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