Senior Manager/Associate Director
DEM.GEN.M4
Oversee the Data Engineering function for a major business unit or region.
Oversee the Data Engineering function for a major business unit or region.
The story of this role
Who does this work
Data Engineering Manager who wants to build efficient and secure data infrastructure that supports groundbreaking research and innovations in life sciences.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: The overwhelming amount of diverse data formats and regulatory requirements complicating data management.
- The internal problem: Frustration over slow data access and processing that hampers research outcomes and decision-making.
- Why it matters: Every piece of data is crucial in advancing healthcare and scientific understanding, yet it remains underutilized due to inefficiencies in data handling.
The plan
- Evaluate current data infrastructure and identify areas for improvement.
- Design and implement scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ensure seamless data integration.
- Establish data governance practices to enforce integrity and compliance.
- Encourage continuous learning and collaboration among the data engineering team.
- Utilize cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to optimize data processing.
What's at stake
Inconsistent data quality leads to flawed research outcomes. Security breaches compromise sensitive patient and research data. Inefficient processes result in missed opportunities and delayed discoveries.
Success looks like
Streamlined data operations enhance research quality and speed. Robust infrastructure supports innovative breakthroughs in life sciences. A data-driven culture empowers teams to make informed decisions swiftly.
Summary
Oversee the Data Engineering function for a major business unit or region. Define and implement the data engineering strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
Level — M4 — Director
Leads a function or department; owns strategy, budget, and outcomes for the area.
- Scope
- A function or department
- Autonomy
- Owns area strategy and budget
- Complexity
- Strategic priorities and cross-functional alignment
- Impact
- Function-level results
- Decision rights
- Owns strategy, budget, and org design for the area
- Leadership
- Leads managers; sets direction for the function
- Typical experience
- 10–15 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities3
- Define and implement the data engineering strategycommonlevel
- Lead large-scale transformation programscommonlevel
- Manage departmental budgets, vendor relationships, and staffingcommonlevel
Tasks3
- Implement data strategycommonlevel
- Lead transformation programscommonlevel
- Manage budgets and vendorscommonlevel
Skills5
- Strategic planningcommonlevel
- Program leadershipcommonlevel
- Budget managementcommonlevel
- Vendor relationship managementcommonlevel
- High-level communicationcommonlevel
Knowledge5
- Strategic leadershipcommonlevel
- Transformation program managementcommonlevel
- Financial managementcommonlevel
- Vendor managementcommonlevel
- Corporate strategy alignmentcommonlevel
competency3
- Executive-level leadershipcommonlevel
- Visionary planningcommonlevel
- High-level communicationcommonlevel
qualification2
- 15+ years in data or IT leadershipcommonlevel
- Experience as a lead or director in biotech/pharma preferredcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director, Data Engineering Management | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Data Engineering Management Director | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Director, Data Engineering Manager | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Data Engineering Manager Director | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Senior Manager/Associate Director | common | medium0.50 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
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