Director, Research Systems
Core
Strategic and hands-on technical leadership for Research Informatics systems supporting the end-to-end drug discovery lifecycle.
Role type
Director-level Technical Leader / Principal Engineer
Builds
Production software services, shared libraries, and foundational components for Research Informatics platforms.
Domain
Pharmaceutical drug discovery and scientific informatics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
C#, MVC, ASP.NET, SQL, software architecture, team leadership, drug discovery workflows, regulated environment engineering
Preferred skills
PhD in Chemistry/Biology, prior researcher experience in biotech/pharma, translating scientific research to scalable informatics
Technologies
C#, MVC, ASP.NET, SQL, hybrid cloud/on-premises architectures
Responsibilities
Design and implement software solutions from concept to deployment; author core services and foundational components; lead and develop high-performing teams through technical mentorship; oversee full software lifecycle including testing and change management; establish informatics strategies based on scientific value; represent Gilead externally through publications and presentations.
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with people leadership
