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Job Function:
Data Analytics & Computational SciencesJob Sub Function:
Data ScienceJob Category:
People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:
Madrid, SpainJob Description:
Johnson and Johnson is currently recruiting for a Senior Director, Data, Advanced Analytics & AI – Innovative Medicine (EMEA) within the Johnson & Johnson Technology (JJT) organization.
Senior Director, Data, Advanced Analytics & AI – Innovative Medicine (EMEA) will be responsible for defining and executing an AI-first, product-centric data strategy that transforms business priorities into scalable outcomes across EMEA. Leads end-to-end data, advanced analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring responsible and high-impact deployment at scale.
This role will report to: VP / Head of Technology, Innovative Medicine EMEA and dotted line to Global Data & AI Leadership.
Location: Other locations across the EMEA region (United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Poland) may be considered.
You will be responsible for:
Define and execute an EMEA Data & AI roadmap, prioritizing scalable AI use cases across Commercial, Medical, Market Access, and Supply Chain. Balance quick wins with foundational investments and track clear value metrics.
Lead deployment of machine learning, advanced analytics, and Generative/Agentic AI solutions. Drive emerging technologies adoption and ensure full AI lifecycle excellence including monitoring and explainability.
Ensure AI solutions are explainable, compliant, and aligned with regulated healthcare environments. Establish governance, ethical usage, and model risk management practices.
Build robust data ecosystems with strong governance, quality, lineage, and optimized ETL/ELT pipelines to enable scalable AI across EMEA.
Lead cross-functional product teams and embed product mindset with clear ownership, roadmaps, and continuous iteration.
Translate strategy into measurable AI use cases, track adoption and business impact, and optimize portfolio continuously.
Establish a unified business-technology operating model with clear roles, governance, and alignment across EMEA.
Build and lead high-performing AI and data teams, fostering innovation, data literacy, and AI adoption.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent is required in Computer Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a related subject area; an advanced degree (MBA or MS) is preferred.
A minimum of 15+ years in data, analytics, AI or digital leadership roles.
Strong expertise in data platforms, ML/AI, and delivering business value.
Experience in healthcare or regulated environments preferred.
A proven track record of project delivery and business relationship management.
Ability to translate business requirements into technology solutions.
Strong leadership skills – operate as an independent leader with understanding and appreciation of the global/enterprise context.
Strong consultative and facilitation skills required.
Strong presentation skills – ability to speak across various forums and communicate to s broad, diverse audience required.
Up to 15% domestic and international travel will be required.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Advanced Analytics, Budget Management, Business Alignment, Compliance Management, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Privacy Standards, Data Quality, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Data Science, Data Visualization, Developing Others, Digital Fluency, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Strategic ThinkingThe anticipated base pay range for this position is:
€129,500.00 - €222,985.00Benefits:
In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
