EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are seeking an experienced IT Delivery Leader to oversee and ensure the successful execution of a portfolio of technology projects, with a preference for candidates who have supported or operated within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector. This role requires a strategic, delivery-driven leader with exceptional client-facing skills, a deep understanding of enterprise IT delivery models, and the ability to manage and grow relationships with senior stakeholders.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of delivery excellence, portfolio leadership, and domain knowledge in pharma environments.
Responsibilities
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Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of IT projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes
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Establish and manage delivery roadmaps, resource plans, and performance metrics across multiple workstreams
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Coordinate cross-functional teams (client, vendor, onshore) to drive accountability and resolve delivery issues proactively
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Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks, SDLC/Agile methodologies, and compliance requirements (including GxP, where preferrable)
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Leverage and promote adoption of AI in project SDLC
- Identify delivery risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity and success
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Serve as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, fostering trust and credibility
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Understand client business needs, industry challenges, and strategic objectives to propose value-aligned solutions
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Manage expectations, provide transparent communication, and ensure stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle
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Facilitate executive-level presentations and status reporting, translating complex technical concepts into business-relevant insights
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Provide strong leadership to project managers, business analysts, architects, developers, and QA teams
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Mentor team members, promote continuous improvement, and instill a high-performance delivery culture
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Support talent planning, capability development, and team motivation across distributed teams
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Manage portfolio budgets, forecasts, and financial controls
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Oversee vendor and partner performance, including contract adherence, quality, and service levels
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Drive cost optimization while maintaining high delivery standards
Requirements
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15+ years of experience in IT project or program delivery, including leadership of complex multi-project portfolios
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Extensive experience in Life Sciences/Pharmaceuticals
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Proven experience managing enterprise technology initiatives (e.g., digital transformation, cloud migration, data platforms, application development)
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Strong, demonstrable client stakeholder management and executive communication skills
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Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/Hybrid methodologies, and IT governance frameworks
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Experience working with cross-functional, global delivery teams
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English language proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher
We offer
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Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
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Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
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Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
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Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
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Focused individual development
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Benefit package:
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Health benefits
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Retirement benefits
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Paid time off
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Flexible benefits
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Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
