Description
At Roche, you can be authentically you and are valued for your unique qualities. Our culture fosters personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections. Here, you are appreciated, accepted, and respected for who you are—creating an environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. Together, we aim to prevent, stop, and cure diseases and ensure that everyone has access to healthcare—today and in the future. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
The Position
Senior Project Manager \- RDT Data
About RDT DATA\& AI Business Operations
As the strategic engine for RDT DATA\& AI Functions, our team bridges high\-level vision with world\-class execution. We are a high\-performing collective of experts—from technical leaders to business analysts and human centered design experts—dedicated to elevating operational excellence and driving long\-term strategy. By harnessing data\-driven insights and managing critical shared capabilities, we ensure our division meets its global commitments with precision. Joining us means operating at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operational effectiveness, with the autonomy to streamline complex processes, and the influence to shape the digital future of healthcare at Roche.
The Opportunity
**As a Senior Project Manager \- RDT Data you will:**
* Drive Strategic Scope Leadership: Provide expert guidance and strategic direction to define, manage, and champion scope strategies, frameworks, and best practices across complex, high\-impact initiatives.
* Lead Complex Problem Solving: Analyze cross\-boundary delivery challenges, uncover complex needs, and drive strategic consensus through persuasive communication and structured facilitation.
* Manage Senior Stakeholder Relationships: Identify key leaders across organizational boundaries, navigate complex networks, and execute engagement plans that align strategic priorities and resolve conflicts.
* Shape Organizational Impact: Influence major products and domain strategies by embedding Agile best practices, fostering innovation, and leading large\-scale organizational change initiatives.
* Navigate Delivery Complexity: Oversee complex projects, services, and multi\-dependency programs in ambiguous environments while implementing robust delivery frameworks.
* Leverage Business\& Technical Expertise: Apply in\-depth business knowledge and market trends to shape delivery strategies, optimize business processes, and enhance operational efficiency.
* Proactively Manage Risk: Identify strategic opportunities and delivery risks early to ensure seamless execution and minimal disruption to business\-critical objectives.
* Champion Delivery Methodologies: Innovate delivery methodologies and scale Agile frameworks to drive continuous improvement across large\-scale delivery programs.
Who You Are
We are looking for a collaborative, strategically\-minded leader who brings:
* Education\& Professional Background: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent practical experience) in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Archetype Delivery Experience: Extensive, proven experience operating in a Delivery Management archetype (e.g., Program Manager, Solution Train Engineer, Agile Coach) managing large\-scale, complex programs.
* Agile Leadership\& Change Management: Demonstrated success embedding Agile best practices and leading organizational change initiatives across product lines or domains.
* Stakeholder Engagement Skills: A proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with key senior stakeholders and driving cross\-boundary collaboration.
* Strategic Business\& Technical Acumen: In\-depth understanding of market trends and business processes, with the technical ability to shape and execute delivery strategies.
* Analytical\& Solution Mindset: Advanced analytical skills to evaluate strategic options, solve complex cross\-boundary problems, and navigate ambiguous delivery requirements.
* Communication\& Coaching Focus: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and facilitation skills, combined with a passion for mentoring colleagues and guiding teams through complex scope and problem\-solving scenarios.
Who We Are
A healthier future drives our innovation. More than 100,000 employees worldwide work together to advance scientific progress and ensure that everyone has access to healthcare—today and for future generations. Through our commitment, over 26 million people are treated with our medicines and more than 30 billion tests are performed using our diagnostics products. We encourage each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and set ambitious goals to deliver life-changing healthcare solutions.
Together, we can shape a healthier future.
Roche is an equal opportunity employer.