Head of Semantic & Knowledge Engineering (Remote)

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis is seeking an Executive Director of Semantic and Knowledge Engineering to lead the enterprise semantic layer and knowledge platform development for NovaOS. This role shapes how semantic technology enables AI, analytics, and decision-support across the organization.

You will define and execute the semantic technology strategy, oversee ontology governance, and design scalable semantic layers. Collaboration with Applied AI, Data Science, and Engineering teams is essential to drive

Qualifications

• 10+ years in semantic technologies or AI platforms.
• Deep knowledge of ontologies, RDF/OWL, and knowledge graphs.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute semantic technology strategy.
• Lead ontology and taxonomy governance.
• Design semantic layer for AI and analytics.
• Partner with Applied AI, Data Science, and Engineering teams.

Skills

Ontology expertise

Knowledge graphs

RDF/OWL

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Enterprise architecture

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in CS/AI/DS

Job description

Novartis is seeking an Executive Director of Semantic and Knowledge Engineering to lead the enterprise semantic layer and knowledge platform development for NovaOS. This role shapes how semantic technology enables AI, analytics, and decision-support across the organization.

You will define and execute the semantic technology strategy, oversee ontology governance, and design scalable semantic layers. Collaboration with Applied AI, Data Science, and Engineering teams is essential to drive