Project Leader Sequencing Solutions

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 412,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Project Leader Sequencing Solution in Santa Clara, CA, to lead defined cross-functional teams and shape AXELIOS platform development. You will manage strategy, risk, and milestones across the product lifecycle, coordinating with global teams and external partners to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The role requires 8+ years of project management experience, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or relevant field.
• 8+ years of project management experience, with demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs.
• Track record of delivering programs on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Visionary Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and align global cross-functional teams using VACC leadership to foster an agile, high-performing culture.
• Global Strategy & Execution: Set clear direction for global product development strategies from project initiation through Launch Decision (LD).
• Strategic Scenarios & Innovation: Develop innovative scenarios and options balancing cost, time, risk, and benefit.
• Collaborative Decision-Making: Promote open debate and diverse perspectives for fact-based recommendations.
• Co-Development & Partnerships: Serve as primary contact for co-development projects balancing internal and external needs.
• Resource & Capacity Management: Optimize team composition and secure resources to resolve bottlenecks.
• Budget & Milestone Accountability: Own budgets, timelines, and milestones to drive value.
• Risk Management: Identify risks and develop de-risking strategies.
• People Development: Coach and provide performance feedback to build capability.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or relevant field

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position Project Leader Sequencing Solution A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. The Opportunity: We are looking for a strategic, collaborative, and inspiring leader to join our Sequencing Solution as the leader of defined project teams and a core member of the corresponding Life Cycle Team (LCT). You will be leading projects and development for the newly launched AXELIOS platform and shape the future of the product portfolio. You will have the opportunity to provide cross-functional leadership to global project teams from project initiation to Launch Decision (LD) and execute tailored product development strategy aligned with Life Cycle Team objectives. You will develop strategic options according to the principles of time, cost, and risk and addresses technical, regulatory, business, and operational needs. You will facilitate and drive team debate and discussion around key issues that determine product quality, functionality, or schedule and decide on system development pathways in accordance with cross-functional evaluation and risk assessment. You will deliver a seamless transition into later stages of development by ensuring early planning and cross-functional involvement/communication in the early product development strategy. You will monitor team performance and coach and develop individual members.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Visionary Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and align global cross-functional teams using VACC (Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coach) leadership to foster an agile, high-performing culture.
• Global Strategy & Execution: Set clear direction for global product development strategies from project initiation through Launch Decision (LD), driving ambitious milestones and life cycle transition plans.
• Strategic Scenarios & Innovation: Guide the team in developing innovative scenarios and alternative options (balancing cost, time, risk, and benefit) while encouraging unconventional ideas and constructive challenge.
• Collaborative Decision-Making: Foster an environment that promotes open debate and diverse perspectives to deliver fact-based, transparent recommendations for key decision points.
• Co-Development & Partnerships: Serve as the primary contact for co-development projects, balancing the strategic needs of internal stakeholders (LCT/LCL/SPC) and external partners.
• Resource & Capacity Management: Partner with functional leads to optimize team composition, secure necessary resource allocations, resolve bottlenecks, and address gaps.
• Budget & Milestone Accountability: Take full ownership of project budgets, timelines, and key milestones to drive overall performance and value.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and lead the development and execution of feasible, innovative de-risking strategies.
• People Development: Coach, mentor, and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members to build capability and support continuous professional growth.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or relevant field
• 8+ years of project management experience, with demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs
• Track record of delivering programs on time and within budget

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep experience within the field of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), with over 10+ years in the field of NGS and/or molecular biology field
• Strong matrix leadership skills with experience in building and developing highly effective teams
• Strong change management skills
• Ability to resolve conflicts and adapt to change
• Strong results driven mindset

Travel Requirements: 25% Based on business needs

Location: Pleasanton, CA | Santa Clara, CA | San Diego, CA

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Santa Clara, CA is $177,500- $412,000. 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 at the link provided below.

Benefits Who we are A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact. Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

We believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world. That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow. We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world. We are Roche.