Associate Director, Data Engineering and Architect

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts - and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you'll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person's contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine's No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we're in. Are you?

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Emerging Data Platform Technologies Architect to drive the design, implementation, and optimization of modern data solutions within Insmed. This role will focus on leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies, data integration, quality tools, and data platforms to enable scalable, high-performance data ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data architecture, engineering, cloud computing, analytics, and experience in biopharma data management, regulatory compliance, and AI/ML integration. This role will engage with external Managed Services, internal business functions, and mentor the development team members.

What You'll Do:

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to design and implement scalable, secure, and cloud-native data platforms using AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Snowflake to enhance analytics, AI/ML, and real-time processing capabilities. You'll also:

• Lead the data engineering development including data pipelines framework and ETL workflows leveraging Qlik Talend, Python, advanced SQL, AWS and Google Cloud Platform services. Implement serverless architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Lead AI capabilities development within data platforms, enable AI/ML workflows and ML Ops for advanced analytics and predictive modeling.
• Design and Implement data governance frameworks using tools like Talend ensuring data quality, integrity, lineage, and compliance.
• Develop monitoring and observability strategies and implement them to ensure system reliability, data consistency and reporting accuracy.
• Establish best practices for data modeling, metadata management, and data cataloging. Ensure compliance with biopharma industry regulations (HIPAA, GxP, GDPR, etc.).
• Optimize data operations, streamline data reconciliation by task automation using scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript.
• Monitor and optimize data ingestion, transformation query performance and manage workloads to ensure efficient and cost-effective data processing.
• Develop technology roadmaps aligned with Insmed' s R&D, clinical, commercial analytics, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into actionable data solutions on Snowflake.
• Drive innovation in data management, integration, and governance frameworks.

Who You Are:

You have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Science, Business or Technology) as well as 10+ years of experience in data architecture, cloud computing, and data engineering.

You are or you have:

• Expertise in Snowflake, Talend, Qlik, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and modern data engineering tools.
• Highly preferred Snowflake certifications, Talend certification or Google Cloud Platform Professional Data Engineer
• Strong background in ETL, data lakes, data warehousing, and streaming architectures.
• Experience in biopharma, life sciences, or healthcare, with knowledge of regulatory compliance is a must
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Spark, and cloud-native analytics services.
• Understanding of AI/ML integration and MLOps for data-driven insights.
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have (but not required):

• Preferred experience with commercial systems like Veeva CRM, Salesforce health cloud.
• Preferred experience with data visualization tools like Qlik Sense, or similar tools.

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid role based out of our Bridgewater, NJ office. You'll have the option to work remotely, with in-person collaboration two days a week.

Travel Requirements

Minimal travel expected

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Pay Range:
$164,000.00-213,000.00 Annual

Life at Insmed

At Insmed, you'll find a culture as human as our mission-intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.

Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities
• Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back

Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.

Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.

Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.

For New York City Residents:

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