Director, AI-Driven Forward Deployed Engineering

GlaxoSmithKline plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK) is seeking a Director, Forward Deployed Engineer (CMC R&D) to lead the FDE function within Enterprise AI. You will drive strategy, engage senior BU sponsors, mentor engineers, and shape AI-native engineering standards for real-time process modeling and self‑driving lab capabilities in drug substance and drug product manufacturing.

This role blends hands-on AI/engineering with high-level leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Job description

GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK) is seeking a Director, Forward Deployed Engineer (CMC R&D) to lead the FDE function within Enterprise AI. You will drive strategy, engage senior BU sponsors, mentor engineers, and shape AI-native engineering standards for real-time process modeling and self‑driving lab capabilities in drug substance and drug product manufacturing.

This role blends hands-on AI/engineering with high-level leadership.