Director, R&D IT Architecture (Søborg, Capital Region of Denmark, DK)

Biopharma Careers; Søborg; Remote; DKK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo is seeking a Director of R&D IT Architecture to lead a team of architecture specialists and set the technology direction for Research & Development. You will shape a shared architectural vision across applications, platforms and data, enabling scalable foundations and AI-enabled capabilities for drug discovery and development.

The role emphasizes leadership, governance, and strategic roadmaps with strong business impact, requiring deep IT architecture expertise and effective communication

Qualifications

• Master’s or equivalent in IT/CS/Engineering; biology plus IT experience welcomed.
• Proven leadership of architecture teams and strategic roadmaps.
• Strong knowledge of cloud, APIs, data, and AI-driven initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D IT architecture sub-function and translate AI ambitions into priorities.
• Set direction and communicate a shared architectural vision across apps, platforms and data.
• Build roadmaps and align governance, architecture processes, and strategy.
• Oversee ~10 architects and contributors, guiding delivery and standards.
• Shape AI and innovation initiatives leveraging current and new tech.

Skills

IT Architecture

Leadership

Roadmaps

Governance

AI Experience

Communication

Business Acumen

Project Management

Education

Master's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Biological Sciences + 10+ years IT

Tools

AWS

Azure

APIs

Data Platforms

Job description

## About this opportunity.**Your impact begins here**As Director, R&D IT Architecture, you will set the direction for how technology supports Research & Development at Novo. This new role has been created to meet growing demand for IT and strategic architecture, including AI priorities and future technology direction. You will lead a team of architecture specialists, shape a shared architectural vision across applications, platforms and data, and help R&D build the scalable technology foundations that move science forward for people living with serious chronic diseases.**What you’ll bring**You combine deep architecture expertise with strong people leadership, and you can explain complex technical choices in terms of business value.A master’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, architecture or a related discipline. A degree in Biological Sciences combined with 10+ years of IT experience is also welcome.A proven track record of leading a specialised function or highly specialised senior employees, including organisational design and development, and of creating business results with functional impact.Deep expertise in IT architecture strategy, governance, roadmaps and processes, and in the design of IT systems and implementations.Strong technical knowledge across infrastructure (including cloud and servers), integration (APIs, streaming, events and batch patterns), and scalability and cloud design, plus proven AI experience.Excellent communication skills, including the ability to build clear storylines and presentations for executive management.Strong business acumen and value-chain understanding, with strategic thinking, problem-solving and project management skills, and a drive for continuous learning.**Desirable, not essential:**Experience in an R&D environment is strongly preferred. If you come from another regulated industry, we will also consider strong transferable experience.**What you’ll do**You will lead the architecture sub-function in R&D, turning future business direction and AI ambitions into clear technical priorities.Set the overall direction for R&D IT architecture and communicate a shared technical and architectural vision across the organisation.Build roadmaps and align IT governance, architecture processes and technical strategy across applications, platforms and data, with a focus on standardisation, reusability and scalability.Lead, develop and plan the work of 10 architecture specialists and oversee contributions from up to five consultants.Shape AI and innovation initiatives, making sure the architecture can use existing and new technologies for current and new business opportunities.