Biogen

Associate Director, Enterprise Architecture, Global Commercial & Medical IT

Research Triangle Park, NC · Director

Sponsorship not specified$152k-$209kDetected 14 days ago

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About the role

Biogen is seeking an accomplished Associate Director, Enterprise Architecture to define and govern the technology architecture supporting our Global Commercial & Medical (GCM) organization.
You will proactively identify capability gaps, reduce duplication and fragmentation, and guide architecture decisions that improve speed-to-market, reduce risk, and strengthen long-term technology scalability.
Working closely with business and IT leaders, you will translate strategic priorities - including new product launches, international expansion, acquisitions, omnichannel engagement, and medical communications - into actionable technology roadmaps.

Serve as the primary architecture leader for strategic GCM initiatives, shaping early solution designs and guiding key architectural decisions to ensure alignment with the target-state architecture.
Lead GCM integration and data architecture strategy, defining how systems connect through scalable, secure patterns such as APIs, event-driven architecture, data-sharing models, and enterprise data flows.
Partner with cross-functional IT teams, including enterprise integration, data and analytics, security, infrastructure, delivery, and platform teams, to ensure architecture decisions are practical, scalable, and executable.
Mentor and guide solution architects, platform architects, technical leads, and delivery teams to drive consistency in solution design and adoption of architecture best practices.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of progressively responsible IT experience, preferably including global or enterprise-level roles.
3-5+ years of experience in architecture leadership roles, such as Enterprise Architect, Solution Architect, or equivalent.
Deep knowledge of enterprise integration patterns, data architecture, APIs, event-driven architecture, and secure system interoperability.
Familiarity with formal architecture frameworks and modeling techniques (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate, or equivalent).
You bring the ability to connect business strategy, capability needs, platform architecture, data flows, and delivery execution into a clear, actionable technology direction.
You are comfortable operating as a senior advisor and influencer across global business and IT teams.

Advanced degree, such as MS, MBA, or equivalent.
Hands-on familiarity with major enterprise technologies, such as Salesforce, Veeva, cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure), and enterprise integration tools.
Familiarity with Customer Data Platforms, master data, data products, or advanced analytics ecosystems.
Experience assessing and integrating AI/ML, generative AI, automation, or cloud-based capabilities in a regulated, compliant environment.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments, including cross-functional global Agile teams
SAFe experience is a plus.
Impact of the Role
In this role, you will help ensure GCM technology decisions translate into measurable business value.

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
Define and govern GCM enterprise architecture standards across Commercial & Medical IT, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture principles, security, compliance, and business strategy.
Develop multi-year enterprise architecture and business capability roadmaps that guide the evolution of Commercial & Medical platforms in line with business priorities, value streams, and capability needs.
Represent GCM in enterprise architecture forums, ensuring Commercial & Medical priorities are considered in cross-functional technology decisions.
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Employee stock purchase plan
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit.
As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact.

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