Director, Solutions Architecture (Scientific Technology Platforms)

TL;DR

Director, Solutions Architecture (Scientific Technology Platforms): Driving digital transformation initiatives by designing and implementing robust, scalable, and innovative technology solutions powering research, pre-clinical, development, manufacturing and supply functions across Vertex globally with an accent on platform simplification and enterprise-wide technical excellence. Focus on developing scalable, secure, and high-performance technology solutions and providing architectural leadership.

Location: Hybrid or On-Site in Boston, MA

Company

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

What you will do

• Develop and execute the data and technology architecture strategy, focused on platform simplification.
• Enhance RPMS operations through innovative digital solutions.
• Contribute to the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance technology solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify digital transformation opportunities and scalable technology solutions.
• Lead high-performing, diverse teams of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Provide architectural leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Science, Engineering or a related field. A PhD or Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of solution architecture experience designing and implementing digital solutions within research, development, manufacturing, and supply chain environments.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions.
• Demonstrated architectural leadership and ability to align architectures to enterprise-wide technical direction.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals and life sciences.
• Strong understanding of solutions architecture principles and best practices.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive market-leading benefits to meet employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter).
• Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment.
• A generous commuting subsidy.
• Matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.