Director, RDU IT - Global Commercial Digital Platforms

Introduction to role

Lead the IT digital web development and operations team as it continues to evolve in identifying, prioritising, and delivering digital capabilities and platforms across Alexion. Provide digital thought leadership, experience, and the ability to map digital solutions to business problems while aligning with the overarching strategy and vision. This role will work cross-functionally to grow digital capabilities across all areas of the business while also being a technical leader within the IT organization.

Accountabilities

• Lead Sitecore and Web Technologies platforms and associated applications to support global website infrastructure
• Partner across ITBP and Business functional leaders on digital programs
• Establish next-level roadmap to identify emerging technology needs and business fit for web technologies
• Implement agile ways of working across teams using DevSecOps as a framework
• Identify new partnerships and opportunities to deliver digital needs 
• Represent digital web technologies at senior-level business discussions 
• Link digital and data to ensure end-to-end integration across the portfolio
• Direct and lead onshore, nearshore, offshore, and outsourced technical knowledge workers 

Essential Skills/Experience

• Experience Leading and Managing Global Sitecore platform in a multiwebsite environment
• Experience with Cognito, WebAssets management, WebVideo distribution, Web Analytics management (GA and Adobe Analytics), AlertBot, GitHub, Jenkins, and Selenium.
• Experience leading and directing technical teams – developers, QA, and support-(direct reports and via third party agencies and providers) to deliver digital solutions
• Experience leading and delivering digital capabilities and platforms 
• Experience managing digital delivery processes and procedures
• Experience with GDPR, privacy, legal and impact on digital initiatives
• Experience mapping digital data into key platforms
• Experience managing budget, P&L, backcharging methodology, OpEx and CapEx expenditures and projects.
• Must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours. 

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience delivering digital assets (websites, databases, mobile apps, medical devices, social add-ons, marketing automation connectivity) 
• Experience in delivering and operationalizing global digital technologies 
• Experience in agile project management, DevSecOps, development and support of complex projects and solutions
• Experience working in Biotech or Pharmaceutical

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare. At Alexion, grow and innovate in a business with a rapidly expanding portfolio. Enjoy the entrepreneurial spirit and autonomy of a leading biotech. You’ll join an energizing culture where people build connections to explore new ideas and learn. As an important member of our commercial team, you'll meet the needs of some of the most under-served patients in the world. You will be empowered with tailored development programs designed for skill enhancement and fostering a deep understanding of our patient's journeys. You’re supported by exceptional leaders and peers ready to lift you in marketing, compliance, and beyond.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.