Genentech
Director, Data Product Owner - AI & Digital Products
Genentech, South San Francisco, California, us, 94083
The Position
The Director, Data Product Owner is responsible for development, management and adoption of robust Data products across Genentech. This role will shape and implement the evolving data strategy as it relates to management and usage of customer data across Commercial, Medical Affairs & Govt. Affairs. As a subject matter expert, the individual will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and recommend appropriate solutions. The person will forge strong relationships with stakeholders & partners to inform, gain alignment, unlock & solve complex business challenges, and influence the data product roadmap. This role will work with internal partners, including affiliate business teams, compliance and regional IT, as well as external data vendors. Strategic Vision & Roadmap: Define and communicate a value-driven data product vision and strategy that aligns with Genentech’s goals, digital transformation, and customer-centricity while staying ahead of industry trends. End-to-End Product Lifecycle: Manage the data product lifecycle from conception to optimization, including maintaining backlogs, prioritizing use cases, and monitoring performance metrics to ensure consistent business value. Stakeholder Liaison & Advocacy: Act as the primary bridge between business leaders, technical teams, and executive stakeholders to translate complex needs into actionable data requirements and foster trust in data solutions. Data Governance & Standards: Establish and enforce rigorous frameworks for data quality, metadata management, and security, ensuring compliance with highly regulated standards such as HIPAA and GDPR. Technical Leadership & Architecture: Guide cross-functional teams in adhering to modern architectural principles—specifically Data Mesh and Data Fabric—to ensure scalable, production-ready, and seamless system integrations. People Management & Culture: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing product team, overseeing inclusive hiring, resource allocation, and performance management to foster a culture of innovation and accountability. Collaborative Impact: Partner with engineers, IT, and vendors to drive best practices across the enterprise, contributing to broader analytics initiatives and providing training to business partners. Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Operations, Marketing, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field. 8 years of combined experience in data-product management, data-based management, and expertise with pharmaceutical/biotechnology customer data assets and related domains. Domain Expertise in MDM: Proven expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) and integration with platforms such as Veeva CRM, marketing automation tools, and cloud data platforms, including experience with specialized customer data vendors. Strategic Product Leadership: Ability to own the full product lifecycle, from roadmap creation and budget management to tactical execution and impact measurement, using data-driven insights to monitor health and usage. Stakeholder & Regulatory Navigation: Strong communication skills with a track record of influencing cross-functional leaders and partnering with Legal, Compliance, and Privacy teams to meet healthcare regulatory and governance standards. Preferred:
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA or related graduate-level qualification). Experience in other pharmaceutical/biotechnology functions (e.g., commercial operations, field sales or sales management, product marketing, market planning, etc.). Knowledge of MDM solutions (e.g., Reltio, Informatica MDM); pharma CRM solutions (Salesforce, OCE, Veeva CRM); cloud platforms (AWS, Hadoop). Proven success in managing large-scale, complex projects requiring strategic planning and execution. Experience working with Pharmaceutical Commercial data (sales, specialty pharmacy, claims, Digital/marketing). Expertise in driving product enhancements based on measurement and optimization insights. Ability to innovate and foster experimentation to improve product capabilities. Advanced knowledge of workflow tools, automation systems, and compliance frameworks. Strong problem-solving and adaptability to navigate ambiguous or evolving environments. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing talent, while aligning resources and budgets to meet business objectives. This position is based in South San Francisco, CA and offers a hybrid schedule working from the office 3 days per week. Relocation assistance is not available for this posting. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $177,100 - $328,900. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is eligible to earn incentive compensation and benefits. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing an accommodation form.
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The Director, Data Product Owner is responsible for development, management and adoption of robust Data products across Genentech. This role will shape and implement the evolving data strategy as it relates to management and usage of customer data across Commercial, Medical Affairs & Govt. Affairs. As a subject matter expert, the individual will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and recommend appropriate solutions. The person will forge strong relationships with stakeholders & partners to inform, gain alignment, unlock & solve complex business challenges, and influence the data product roadmap. This role will work with internal partners, including affiliate business teams, compliance and regional IT, as well as external data vendors. Strategic Vision & Roadmap: Define and communicate a value-driven data product vision and strategy that aligns with Genentech’s goals, digital transformation, and customer-centricity while staying ahead of industry trends. End-to-End Product Lifecycle: Manage the data product lifecycle from conception to optimization, including maintaining backlogs, prioritizing use cases, and monitoring performance metrics to ensure consistent business value. Stakeholder Liaison & Advocacy: Act as the primary bridge between business leaders, technical teams, and executive stakeholders to translate complex needs into actionable data requirements and foster trust in data solutions. Data Governance & Standards: Establish and enforce rigorous frameworks for data quality, metadata management, and security, ensuring compliance with highly regulated standards such as HIPAA and GDPR. Technical Leadership & Architecture: Guide cross-functional teams in adhering to modern architectural principles—specifically Data Mesh and Data Fabric—to ensure scalable, production-ready, and seamless system integrations. People Management & Culture: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing product team, overseeing inclusive hiring, resource allocation, and performance management to foster a culture of innovation and accountability. Collaborative Impact: Partner with engineers, IT, and vendors to drive best practices across the enterprise, contributing to broader analytics initiatives and providing training to business partners. Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Operations, Marketing, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field. 8 years of combined experience in data-product management, data-based management, and expertise with pharmaceutical/biotechnology customer data assets and related domains. Domain Expertise in MDM: Proven expertise in Master Data Management (MDM) and integration with platforms such as Veeva CRM, marketing automation tools, and cloud data platforms, including experience with specialized customer data vendors. Strategic Product Leadership: Ability to own the full product lifecycle, from roadmap creation and budget management to tactical execution and impact measurement, using data-driven insights to monitor health and usage. Stakeholder & Regulatory Navigation: Strong communication skills with a track record of influencing cross-functional leaders and partnering with Legal, Compliance, and Privacy teams to meet healthcare regulatory and governance standards. Preferred:
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA or related graduate-level qualification). Experience in other pharmaceutical/biotechnology functions (e.g., commercial operations, field sales or sales management, product marketing, market planning, etc.). Knowledge of MDM solutions (e.g., Reltio, Informatica MDM); pharma CRM solutions (Salesforce, OCE, Veeva CRM); cloud platforms (AWS, Hadoop). Proven success in managing large-scale, complex projects requiring strategic planning and execution. Experience working with Pharmaceutical Commercial data (sales, specialty pharmacy, claims, Digital/marketing). Expertise in driving product enhancements based on measurement and optimization insights. Ability to innovate and foster experimentation to improve product capabilities. Advanced knowledge of workflow tools, automation systems, and compliance frameworks. Strong problem-solving and adaptability to navigate ambiguous or evolving environments. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing talent, while aligning resources and budgets to meet business objectives. This position is based in South San Francisco, CA and offers a hybrid schedule working from the office 3 days per week. Relocation assistance is not available for this posting. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $177,100 - $328,900. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is eligible to earn incentive compensation and benefits. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing an accommodation form.
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