Director IT Engineering

Overview

The Director of IT Engineering will play a pivotal role in establishing the Digital Automation and Integration solutions within the Digital Dev Ops Function. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect with deep subject matter expertise in Application Development, Intelligent Automation, Agentic AI Automation, and Application Integration. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing and delivering solutions and automation initiatives in the Life Sciences and/or Biotechnology industry, with a strong understanding of infrastructure domains such as AWS Cloud, security, networks, platforms, and various applications (e.g., Oracle EBS, Veeva, Salesforce).

• Create Solution Architecture and Design to implement scalable, robust, and secure solutions for applications using BPM technologies and automation tools.
• Lead the development of processes and task automation solutions with Automation Architects, Application Architects, Integration Architects, Security Architects, Infrastructure, Platform and Enterprise Architects, leveraging tools such as UiPath, Power Automate, and Agentic AI platforms.
• Build AI-driven solutions using Agentic AI for intelligent automation and decision-making processes.
• Develop and implement digital automation strategies tailored to Life Sciences industry, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and task automation, delivering measurable efficiency gains.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in automation and AI technologies to drive innovation.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Platform, and Security Architects to ensure designs align with infrastructure, security, and compliance requirements.
• Work with Application Architects and Development Teams to implement end-to-end solutions that meet business and technical goals.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and operating guidelines.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, articulating automation challenges, capabilities, and proposed solutions.
• Ensure solutions are optimized for AWS Cloud and other infrastructure platforms, considering scalability, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Address security and compliance requirements in collaboration with Information Security teams.
• Track and analyze KPIs to measure the success and effectiveness of the solutions built.
• Participate in leadership meetings to provide updates on progress, challenges, and outcomes of initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality to respond to regulatory non-compliance and related CAPAs.

• 15+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, with a focus on Digital Application Development, Automation, AI, and Integration.
• Strong understanding of AWS Cloud, including infrastructure design, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Knowledge of security, networking, and platforms, with ability to collaborate with domain experts.
• Proficiency in technical writing and architecture documentation.
• Proven expertise in BPM technologies such as Appian, Camunda, UiPath Apps, Power Automate, AI/ML, RPA, and Intelligent Automation tools, Agentic AI; integration platforms such as Boomi; messaging platforms such as Amazon MQ, Active
  
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• Demonstrated success in implementing process and task automation in the Life Sciences industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Good understanding of AWS Infrastructure services;
  Cloud Architect specializing in AWS Cloud Services.
• Good understanding of SDLC and Observability frameworks.
• Prior experience in Life Science regulatory environment.
• Good understanding and experience of GxP Qualification and Validation activities.

In order to be considered for this position, you must hold a masters degree in information technology or computer science. Director: 15+ years of progressively more responsible experience, including 8 years of managing Cloud Dev Ops/Engineering teams, a minimum of 6 years experience as Software Developer, and 3 years experience in an FDA or similarly regulated environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, paid time off, and paid leaves for eligible employees at all levels.

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