Associate Engagement Lead - Technology

ProcDNA; New Jersey; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ProcDNA, a global life sciences consulting firm, seeks an Associate Engagement Lead – Technology to deliver data-driven insights and lead transformation initiatives in the pharmaceutical sector, including software modernization and cloud migrations.

You will guide cross-functional teams across AWS, Azure, and GCP, translate business requirements into technical strategies, design secure, compliant cloud solutions, and build strong client partnerships to maximize business value.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in pharma technology consulting or equivalent.
• 2+ years in the U.S. delivering cloud solutions and client service.
• Strong programming skills and DevOps experience on AWS.
• Advanced degree with expertise in data governance tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead cloud transformation initiatives across AWS, Azure and GCP.
• Drive end‑to‑end project delivery with cross‑functional teams.
• Design secure, compliant cloud solutions aligned with best practices.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical strategies.
• Build and maintain strong client partnerships and value delivery.

Skills

Java

C#

Spark

PySpark

Unix shell/Perl scripting

DevOps on AWS

AWS Solutions Architect – Professional

AWS Big Data

AI/ML certifications

metadata management tools

Education

MBA or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

ProcDNA is a global rocket ship in life sciences consulting. We fuse design thinking with cutting-edge tech to create game-changing Commercial Analytics and Technology solutions for our clients. We're a passionate team of 400+ across 8 offices, all growing and learning together since our launch during the pandemic. Here, you won't be stuck in a cubicle - you'll be out in the open water, shaping the future with brilliant minds. Ready to join our epic growth journey?

What we are looking for

We are seeking a highly skilled Associate Engagement Lead – Technology with a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and hands‑on experience working with complex datasets (e.g., LAAD, DDD, XPO). In this role, you will deliver data-driven insights to solve real‑world business problems, enhance performance, and manage risk. You will also lead transformation initiatives, including software modernization and cloud infrastructure migration projects.

What you will do

• Lead cloud transformation initiatives by assessing client IT landscapes, building business cases, and executing software modernization and infrastructure migrations across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Drive end‑to‑end project delivery, managing cross‑functional teams and overseeing all phases from planning to execution with a focus on scalability and impact.
• Design and implement secure, compliant cloud solutions, staying ahead of emerging technologies and aligning architectures with industry best practices.
• Translate business requirements into technical strategies, delivering actionable solutions that address real‑world challenges and maximize business value.
• Build and maintain strong client partnerships, ensuring high-quality service delivery while aligning solutions with strategic goals.

Must Have

• 3–5 years in pharma technology consulting, with atleast 2 years in the U.S.
• 2+ years of experience in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and client service delivery.
• Strong programming skills in Java, C#, Spark, PySpark, and Unix shell/Perl scripting; DevOps experience on AWS.
• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional certification(preferred), along with AWS Big Data and AI/ML certifications.
• Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Engineering)with a strong academic record, plus expertise in metadata management tools (Data Governance, MDM, etc.)