Principal Analyst, Project Portfolio Management Technology

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US); Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. is seeking a Business Engagement & Technology Principal Analyst to partner with business leaders and deliver technology solutions that align with strategic goals.

This hybrid-eligible role focuses on lifecycle management, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance across global teams. The ideal candidate will drive strategy, manage complex programs, and ensure reliable, scalable systems while delivering on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technology discipline or equivalent plus 6 years relevant business systems experience in Life Sciences.
• Experience delivering technology solutions for complex, global programs with regulatory considerations.
• Ability to partner with business leaders to translate needs into actionable technology roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to deliver technology solutions that enable goals.
• Provide insights on how technology can improve business processes and efficiencies.
• Guide evaluation, selection, implementation, and maintenance of technology solutions.

Skills

Project management

Business analysis

Solution design

Delivery

Testing

Stakeholder management

Communication

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in technology discipline or equivalent

6 years relevant business systems experience in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Project Server

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description General Summary:

The Business Engagement & Technology Principal Analyst will be a technical resource in ensuring delivery and support of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and a wide range of custom solutions in support of their business partners. The Business Engagement & Technology Principal Analyst will partner with business leadership to deliver capabilities and execute on a roadmap that align to support business strategy . Additionally, the Business Engagement & Technology Principal Analyst will maintain reliable, scalable and compliant systems that easily meet business needs by efficient delivery and enhancements that provides opportunities for developing and implementing innovative solutions and integrations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Become a trusted partner of the business leaders within their remit Understand their needs and vision, and deliver technology solutions to support and enable their goals and objectives
• Provide insights on how technology can improve business processes to enable operating efficiencies and support the achievement of business goals and objectives.
• Help refine and execute the technology strategy by leading the evaluation, selection, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain a long term life cycle plan for the ongoing maintenance and management of systems.
• Manage relationships with our strategic software vendors and service providers
• Work closely with DTE Compliance, Internal Audit, and Quality Assurance groups as needed to ensure compliance with all appropriate regulations, as well as our DTE system lifecycle and change management requirements

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge in the core disciplines of project management, business analysis, solution design, delivery, and testing
• Experienced in building productive partnerships with business stakeholders and aligning them around a recommendation/solution
• Strong understanding of the business, processes, and any appropriate regulatory environments
• Results oriented contributor with a proven track record of on-time project delivery for large, complex projects with global stakeholders
• Able to manage own workload with minimal direction
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills and strong ability to present complex or sensitive information in a clear and concise manner to various technical and non-technical audiences
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
• Strong system life cycle expertise
• Good knowledge of running IT managed services or outsourced/ offshore teams
• Very strong MS Office skills, including MS Project Server & Visio, Excel and PowerPoint experience
• Experience in Agile methodology

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in technology discipline or equivalent 6 years relevant business systems in the Life Sciences industry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience #LI-HYBRID #LI-JS1

Pay Range:

$142,800 - $214,200

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

• Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week;
• On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information:

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.