Sr. Director, Robotics Software Systems

Moderna Therapeutics - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Senior

Cambridge, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As the Sr. Director of Robotics Software Systems at Moderna, you will be responsible for driving the technical vision, development, and implementation of robotics software systems for drug research, development, and manufacturing. This role is pivotal in leading a team of talented software engineers and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize efficiency, improve quality, and accelerate the production of life-saving therapeutics through the application of cutting-edge robotics software. You will develop and execute a comprehensive technical strategy for robotics software systems, identifying opportunities for automation, process optimization, and quality enhancement through robotics software solutions. In this position, you will provide technical leadership and team management, guiding a team of robotics software experts, engineers, and project managers. You will foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to ensure the team's success. Staying at the forefront of advancements in robotics software systems, you will evaluate their potential impact on drug research, development, and manufacturing processes, making informed decisions regarding their adoption. Close collaboration with research, development, process engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams will be essential to understand their technical requirements and develop robotics software systems that address operational challenges and drive efficiency. You will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of robotics software system projects, ensuring they are completed within budget, on time, and meet quality standards. This includes monitoring project progress, identifying technical risks, and implementing necessary mitigation strategies. Additionally, you will manage the technical budget for the robotics software systems department, allocating resources effectively to support project initiatives and achieve strategic goals. Your direct involvement in architectural decisions and active coding will be crucial, especially during critical project phases or when prototyping new solutions. As a technical thought leader, you will represent Moderna at technical conferences, sharing insights and best practices related to robotics software systems in drug research, development, and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technical strategy for robotics software systems in drug research, development, and manufacturing.
• Lead a team of robotics software experts, engineers, and project managers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Stay at the forefront of robotics software systems advancements and evaluate their potential impact on processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify and implement cutting-edge solutions.
• Collaborate closely with research, development, process engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to understand their technical requirements.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of robotics software system projects, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Develop and manage the technical budget for the robotics software systems department, allocating resources effectively.
• Direct involvement in architectural decisions and active coding during critical project phases.
• Represent Moderna at technical conferences, sharing insights and best practices related to robotics software systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive technical experience (15+ years) in robotics software development, automation, or related fields.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale robotics software system projects in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams to achieve ambitious technical goals.
• Deep technical understanding of robotics software systems, including automation, control systems, data integration, and machine learning algorithms.
• Experience in developing and executing technical strategies for robotics software systems in a complex, regulated environment.
• Excellent technical project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to technical decision-making.
• Proven ability to develop and optimize algorithms related to machine learning, computer vision, and control systems for robotics.
• Proficiency in designing scalable and robust software architectures using modern software engineering practices and tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds for personal enrichment and self-care activities.
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring.
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes.
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment.
• Adoption and family-planning benefits.
• Dedicated care coordination support for the LGBTQ+ community.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Volunteer time to participate within the community.
• Discretionary year-end shutdown.
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter.
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents.
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools.
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options.
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests.
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes.