Director, AI Engineering (Global Development)

Our Global Development (GD) team is seeking a Director, AI Engineering to embark on a digital transformation incorporating AI, machine learning, and automation. The goal is to help us reduce cycle times, improve quality, and allow us to focus on more meaningful work. You will play a key role in developing platforms, processes and technologies across GD. 

A typical day may include the following: 
•    Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to an eventual team of engineers to design, implement, and refine novel algorithms and scalable AI /ML solutions. These will be tailored to applications such as clinical trial design, regulatory intelligence, patient identification and stratification. Oversee the deployment of these solutions into production environments, employing hands-on technical expertise to ensure excellence in execution.
•    Architect and refine data engineering and data architecture strategies to integrate and optimize diverse data sources. 
•    Partner with the Digital Transformation AI lead and leaders across Global Development to evaluate and implement use cases for implementing AI in the enterprise, including automating manual processes such as protocol review, monitoring, and adverse event review
•    Provide strategic leadership to initiatives with Global Development IT and enterprise IT to building infrastructure (software and hardware) to support advanced analytics, including vendor evaluation
•    Collaborate with senior leaders to identify high-value opportunities for AI/ML integration and lead the execution of innovative solutions that address critical business challenges.
•    Empower colleagues to leverage AI/ML effectively by providing guidance that bridges technical expertise with strategic insights, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
•    Establish robust validation frameworks for AI models, ensuring reliability and efficiency
•    Stay at the forefront of AI/ML advancements, evaluating emerging technologies and methodologies for potential adoption within Regeneron.
•    Lead initiatives to continuously improve the organization's AI capabilities, fostering a competitive edge. 

This may be for you if you: 
•    Want to be a part of scaling AI in a growing multi-national organization. 
•    Can demonstrate managing cross functional teams. 
•    Demonstrated success bringing transformative change. 
•    Want to have an impact on patient lives

To be considered you are to have a PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, Engineering, or related with 10-12 years experience or a Master or Bachelor’s with 12–15+ years experience in AI?ML or software engineering. Your experience must include a deep understanding of generative AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and statistical modeling. Expertise in programming (Python, R, etc.), with a focus on applying advanced technical skills to data analysis, automation, and software development is required. Expertise in database platforms and cloud computing infrastructure. Experience managing and analyzing large-scale clinical datasets Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership, both technical and non-technical. Experience managing multiple projects in parallel. Experience working in and managing cross-functional teams. Have track record of model development, implementation to scale, maintenance, and evaluation in a healthcare of life sciences setting
 May require travel up to 20%. 
 

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

 

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

$205,000.00 - $341,600.00