Pfizer

Director - TL, BI Platforms

United States - New York - New York City Full time

Use Your Power for Purpose

Pfizer’s purpose, breakthroughs that change patients’ lives, is rooted in being science driven and a patient focused company.  Digital and Technology is the driving force of data and AI innovation at Pfizer.   

 

The Data and AI Platforms team, which is part of the Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence organization is responsible for the creating a seamless experience for engineers to harness data, analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, agentic, and visualization capabilities through a unified platform across the enterprise – from research and development, clinical, manufacturing, commercial and enabling functions across all geographies.  The team is responsible for the self-service platform ecosystem, developer experience, and exploration of emerging technology. 

What You Will Achieve

Part of the Data and AI Platforms team are a group of Platform Engineers who are responsible managing components that form the enterprise analytics platform.   This platform will be the digital engine that brings together investments we have made into a unified experience for colleagues that take us to the next level of value creation.  It powers next generation insights by developing enterprise-grade data foundations, allowing data to flow horizontally, enabling a versatile analytics environment, and embedding insights into day-to-day work to create a digital, data-driven culture. 

 

How You Will Achieve It

In this role, you will act as the capability lead and product owner for the business intelligence platforms that serves a diverse group of colleagues – ranging from novice business analysts to expert data scientists – across the enterprise.  The role will require the ability to flex between technical engineering of the platform and hands on working knowledge creating business intelligence and data visualization applications as a user of the platform.  You will also be accountable for a team of 5 colleagues. 

 

You may have a software development background, or an engineering background or you were raised in a modern data analytics culture from the start of your career. You will have the ability to work with technology vendors, support resources, delivery partners, Pfizer stakeholders, and apply emerging and traditional technologies for analytics improvements in support of enterprise analytics platform strategy.  

Role Responsibilities

  • Accountable for the design, engineering, security, compliance, release management, governance, financial management, product roadmap, and service / operational oversight of data visualization platforms

  • Relationship management and oversight of external partners / technology suppliers (including software license, solution providers, and cloud hosting agreements 

  • Financial management of platform infrastructure, software, and service providers 

  • Partnering with senior leaders to understand business objectives and influence solution pattern to standard enterprise analytics pattern 

  • Lead enterprise-wide data visualization technical oversight and mentorship for geographically dispersed colleagues and contracted team members  

  • Technical coordination and collaboration with Pfizer Digital service providers both within and outside the AI CoE team: Digital Client Partners, Digital Architecture, Digital Creation Centers, and Enterprise Platform and Security teams.    

  • Partner with User Success team to maintain key informational content, drive platform adoption, and champion a strong user community  

  • Fostering an engineering culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

  • Oversee the operations of global enterprise data visualization platforms that include Tableau, Spotfire, PowerBI, and possible future investments environments globally – and supporting self-service tenants: 

  • Automate operation, installation, and monitoring of the data visualization platform components in our infrastructure stack 

  • Manage and resolve critical support issues with a high degree of technical complexity. 

  • Ensure document knowledge in the form of incident notes, technical articles, and contributions to knowledge bases or forums within specific areas of expertise. 

  • Measure and monitor service and support performance and health (SLAs, KPIs, etc.)  

  • Collaborate with engineering and support teams on platform lifecycle management  

  • Develop and maintain operational run-books and training curricula for support teams  

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceEngineering, or related field and 8+ years of professional experience or Masters Degree and 7+ years of experience or PHD and 5+ years of experience.

  • At least 5 years engineering or technical role experience, ideally involving a complex and rapidly evolving software/product 

  • At least 5 years of experience with BI and data visualization development and/or platform management 

  • Proven track record of executive level presentations and ability to effectively communicate to multiple audiences and partners 

  • Grit when faced with technical issues - you don't rest until you understand what is happening and why things are not working. 

  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with an aptitude for learning new technologies. 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical individuals as needed. 

  • Deep interest and enthusiasm for transformative data visualization and insight generation 

  • Experience with BI platforms like SAP BOJ, MicroStrategy, Tableau, Spotfire, PowerBI, or similar tools 

  • Strong Windows and/or Linux system administration experience. 

  • Comfort working with reading code. 

  • Experience working with at least one type of relational database and SQL. 

  • Hands-on experience and proficiency with DevOps and information tools – e.g., JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, Yammer, etc. 

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with authentication and authorization systems like LDAP, Kerberos, AD, and IAM 

  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. 

  • Experience debugging networking issues such as DNS resolutions, proxy settings, security groups 

  • Some knowledge of data engineering / business intelligence  

  • Some knowledge of JavaScript 

  • Agile / SAFE Certification 

 

 

 


Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.


Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Last day to apply : December 17th 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $169,700.00 to $282,900.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

* The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $152,700.00 to $254,500.00.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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