Genentech · 1 day ago
Senior Director, Data Governance & Automation
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$198K/yr - $368K/yr
15+ years expGenentech is dedicated to improving the lives of patients and creating healthier communities. The Senior Director, Data Governance & Automation is responsible for driving the development and implementation of data standards and governance frameworks to ensure data integrity and compliance across the organization.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and evolve the enterprise data governance strategy and roadmap to support scalable data platforms, AI/ML initiatives, and business-critical analytics
Ensure strict compliance with global privacy regulations (HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR) by implementing robust access controls, data masking, and proactive audit programs
Lead data governance forums to establish unified data definitions, ethical-use guidelines, and cross-functional access policies
Define and enforce rigorous data quality standards and monitoring systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and lineage across all key data assets
Drive the product roadmap for automated governance tools, including "policy-as-code," automated quality checks, and enterprise data catalog management
Partner with Engineering, Security, and Product teams to embed governance into the SDLC while championing data literacy and self-service capabilities
Build and mentor a high-performance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and inclusive hiring practices
Qualification
Required
You hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have 15+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or related roles, with 6+ years leading, coaching or mentoring talent
You have extensive knowledge of data governance principles, data quality frameworks, and lifecycle management, including hands-on experience with tools like Collibra or Atlan
You have strong command of big data technologies, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), SQL, and the application of Agile methodologies within data processes
You have proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and influence senior stakeholders to align governance policies with business growth
You have exceptional problem-solving and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to drive organizational adoption and navigate ambiguity in fast-paced environments
Preferred
Advanced degree or equivalent experience (e.g., MBA or related graduate-level qualification)
Experience working in cross-functional teams within commercial, medical, and market access functions in the Pharma industry
Experience in design, develop and implement technical solutions for data governance
Experience with GxP and quality management systems in software development
Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Data Management Professional, Data Quality and Governance Certifications)
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
The position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Company
Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2009-03-26Acquired
1999-07-20IPO
1976-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Ashley Magargee
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Laird
Vice President, Global MSAT Drug Substance Biologics Technology and Commercial Products Support
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