Product Engineering Manager - Commercial Pharma US Targeting, Recommendation, Optimization and [...]

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 149,700 - 278,100; Full time

Job summary

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG is seeking a Product Engineering Manager in South San Francisco. You will lead a team at the intersection of technology and medicine, responsible for architecting digital solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with over 5 years in leadership and a strong background in BI solutions. Compensation ranges from $149,700 to $278,100, with potential bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in people leadership or program management.
• 2+ years in Pharma/Biotech or regulated healthcare.
• Proven track record in deploying BI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define the architectural roadmap and select digital technologies.
• Ensure engineering output meets ROI and adoption targets.
• Mentor team members on long-term career paths.

Skills

People leadership

Program management

Business Intelligence solutions

Predictive analytics

Machine Learning tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Product Engineering Manager – Commercial Pharma US Targeting, Recommendation, Optimization and Measurement

As a Product Engineering Manager of Commercial Pharma US Targeting, Recommendation, Optimization and Measurement, you will sit at the intersection of cutting‑edge technology and life‑changing medicine. You will lead a team responsible for architecting scalable digital solutions that transform commercial intent into business impact while fostering a high‑performing, sustainable engineering culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the architectural roadmap and select digital technologies for enterprise‑level customer engagement.
• Ensure engineering output meets ROI and adoption targets.
• Partner with Business Product Owners to translate roadmaps into high‑fidelity technical plans for segmenting, “what‑if” simulations, and attribution modeling.
• Mentor team members on long‑term career paths.
• Build a future‑focused talent portfolio by balancing technical skills with healthy team dynamics.
• Oversee end‑to‑end delivery performance across the product group.
• Resolve systemic, cross‑functional roadblocks and drive process re‑engineering to boost efficiency.
• Manage the team budget (headcount, vendors, operations) and strategically allocate resources across the portfolio to maximize impact.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or Business (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years in people leadership or program management; 2+ years in Pharma/Biotech or regulated healthcare.
• Proven track record in deploying BI solutions (predictive/prescriptive), modern visualization tools, and ML/AI toolsets.
• A servant leader (VACC) with an enterprise mindset, capable of navigating ambiguity and breaking down organizational silos.
• Strong business acumen, lean/agile mindset, and the ability to empower autonomous teams while maintaining accountability.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $149,700 – $278,100. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed in the linked benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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