Associate DirectorData Lake Operations

BioSpace; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron is seeking an Associate Director, Data Lake Operations in Hyderabad to lead the design, implementation, and governance of clinical data lake solutions for global trials and research. The role focuses on scalable architectures, diverse data pipelines, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The candidate will drive CDISC-aligned data models (SDTM/ADaM), ensure data quality and lineage, and collaborate with IT and global teams to enable advanced analytics and informed decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or related field (required).
• 10+ years of experience in data management, data engineering, or clinical operations.
• At least 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams or large-scale data initiatives.
• Proven experience on large-scale data lake implementations in healthcare or clinical research domains.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategy and roadmap for the Clinical Data Lake aligned with business and regulatory objectives.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable data lake architectures across clinical data ecosystems.
• Build and manage data pipelines integrating diverse sources (EDC systems, lab data, biomarker data, EHR, and other healthcare datasets).
• Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, FDA, and ICH-GCP.
• Establish standardized clinical data models aligned with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) to enable analytics and reporting.
• Drive data quality, transformation, validation, and lineage tracking to ensure integrity and traceability of clinical data.
• Collaborate with IT, data teams, and global stakeholders to align data infrastructure with business objectives.
• Lead matrixed teams across data engineering, ingestion, standardization, and visualization functions.
• Drive innovation through adoption of new technologies and data capabilities to enhance clinical insights and decision-making.

Skills

Data lake architecture

Data engineering

Clinical data ecosystems

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

CDISC SDTM/ADaM

Big data platforms (AWS, Spark, GCP)

SQL/NoSQL

ETL tools

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or related field

Tools

AWS

Spark

Google Cloud

SQL

NoSQL

ETL tools

Job description

Job Description:

About Regeneron

Regeneron is founded on the belief that the right idea, combined with the right team, can lead to significant transformations. Our growing global network is dedicated to inventing, developing, and commercializing medicines that change lives for those with serious diseases. In doing so, we are pioneering innovative approaches to science, manufacturing, and commercialization, as well as redefining our understanding of health.

As an Associate Director, Data Lake Operations, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of clinical data lake solutions supporting global clinical trial and healthcare research initiatives. You will ensure efficient data ingestion, integration, and governance while enabling advanced analytics, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making.

This position is office-based and will be on site at Regenerons Hyderabad office.

A Typical Day May Include The Following

• Defining and executing the strategy and roadmap for the Clinical Data Lake aligned with business and regulatory objectives
• Leading the design, development, and implementation of scalable data lake architectures across clinical data ecosystems
• Building and managing data pipelines integrating diverse sources (EDC systems, lab data, biomarker data, EHR, and other healthcare datasets)
• Ensuring data security, privacy, and compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, FDA, and ICH-GCP
• Establishing standardized clinical data models aligned with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) to enable analytics and reporting
• Driving data quality, transformation, validation, and lineage tracking to ensure integrity and traceability of clinical data
• Collaborating with IT, data teams, and global stakeholders to align data infrastructure with business objectives
• Leading matrixed teams across data engineering, ingestion, standardization, and visualization functions
• Driving innovation through adoption of new technologies and data capabilities to enhance clinical insights and decision-making

This job may be for you if you have:

• Strong expertise in data lake architecture, data engineering, and clinical data ecosystems
• Deep understanding of clinical trial processes, CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), and regulatory requirements
• Experience working with big data platforms such as AWS, Spark, or Google Cloud
• Strong proficiency in database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and ETL tools
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder environments
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources and building scalable data solutions

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in data management, data engineering, or clinical operations
• At least 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams or large-scale data initiatives
• Proven experience working on large-scale data lake implementations in healthcare or clinical research domains

Does this sound like you?

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed onsite.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

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