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Purpose:
The purpose of the Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Technical Lead role is to execute the broader Portfolio and Project Management (PPM) organizations technical / innovation agenda. This includes the design, development and delivery of tools and visuals that enhance decision-making, automate routine tasks, and increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization. The individual in the role will partner with the Portfolio Management Enablement & Transformation team (PMET), the subject matter experts within the Portfolio Management Systems and Capabilities (PMSC) team, and Tech@Lilly.
Primary Responsibilities:
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1. Design / Development / Testing of Tools and Visualizations
In collaboration with PMET, PMSC, and Tech@Lilly, lead the design, development, and delivery of tools and visualizations that align with the PPM organization’s technical / innovation agenda.
Identify and escalate project risks, issues, and data quality concerns.
Anticipate evolving stakeholder needs and adapt solutions in alignment with strategic initiatives and operational impact.
Stay current with emerging tools and technologies to influence strategy and drive innovation.
2. Integration / Ownership of Tools and Visualizations
In collaboration with PMET, PMSC, and Tech@Lilly, lead the integration of tools and visualizations into production environments.
Leverage business acumen to create effective communication that ensures seamless adoption and long-term usage of tools and visualizations.
Own feedback loops and backlog grooming for delivered tools and visualizations and integrate product enhancements into subsequent versions and / or new solutions.
Define and manage product releases that align with business processes
3. Leadership:
Build and lead a high-performing team by fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Manage the performance and development of the team.
Provide regular coaching, feedback, and mentorship to support the technical and professional growth of team members.
Collaborate with leadership to align team objectives with broader business strategies and technology roadmaps.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in technical science, computer science, engineering, statistics, or related field
Minimum of 12 years of in-depth hands-on computer science / engineering experience with at least 6 years of experience in machine learning engineering or applied AI techniques.
Experience in developing and delivering tools and visualizations that are utilized to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization
Expertise with data analysis / visualization applications and languages. For example, Power Platform (including Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), MS Fabric, Tableau, Excel, Python, R, R Shiny, AWS, SQL etc.
Knowledge of data architecture associated with information integration, data visualization, & data warehousing
Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated ability to deliver clear and concise data interpretation and communications
Demonstrated ability to work with business owners to define key business requirements and convert to technical specifications
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in an ambiguous environment.
High learning agility
Job located in Bengaluru, India
Other Information/Additional Preferences:
Higher degrees or certifications
Experience with / knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development
Experience working with Power Platform, MS Fabric
Familiarity with Resource planning & forecasting systems (e.g., Planisware, Veeva suite, etc.)
Experience working in different project or code management, methodologies or tools – (Agile, Waterfall etc) coding standards, code reviews, source management (GITHUB), build processes
Demonstrated proactive process improvement
Demonstrated project management skills
Domestic and International travel (0-10%) may be required
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