Gilead Sciences Inc

Platform Delivery Lead, Data & AI

Gilead Sciences Inc • $146K — $189K *
Raleigh, NC 27610In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and eight years' experience, OR Master's degree and six years' experience, OR PhD and two years' experience.
  • Significant experience leading technical delivery in an agile environment; fluent with Agile/Scrum methodology and mindsets.
  • Experience as a lead data engineer, platform engineer, or solution architect with hands-on, full-stack experience.
  • Strong technical understanding of AWS data and AI services and Databricks platform.
  • Familiarity with platform governance, security, and compliance considerations in a regulated environment preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end delivery of Data and AI platform products from ideation to ongoing operations.
  • Apply product-centric approach with clear ownership and service-level objectives.
  • Oversee development of scalable platform capabilities on AWS and Databricks for self-service.
  • Drive AI services enablement across the platform for faster AI solution deployment.
  • Champion creation of reusable assets and accelerators for AI agents development.
  • Lead hybrid technical delivery teams of platform and data/AI engineers.
  • Monitor platform performance and drive improvements towards efficiency and excellence.

Benefits

  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
  • Potential eligibility for annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives.
  • Paid time off for eligible employees.
  • Comprehensive benefits package tailored to employee needs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As part of our enterprise AI strategy to speed life-changing therapies to patients, we are seeking a Platform Delivery Lead to lead the technical development and delivery of the foundational Data and AI platform products that power AI/ML solutions across the enterprise. In this role, you will bridge the needs of platform consumers and use case teams with technical execution and manage platform engineering teams composed of internal resources and key external partners. You will drive technical excellence in our shared platform capabilities through hands-on architecture decisions, engineering quality standards and modern data and AI engineering practices, delivering reliable, secure, and scalable platform services from concept to scaled release.

As the Platform Delivery Lead, Data & AI at Gilead you will ...

Key Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end delivery including timeline and technical quality of Data and AI platform products and capabilities, from ideation through production and ongoing operations
  • Apply a product-centric approach with clear ownership, roadmaps, service-level objectives, and platform adoption metrics
  • Oversee the development of scalable, reusable platform capabilities built on AWS and Databricks, exposed as self-service products to use case and tenant teams
  • Drive AI services enablement across the platform, delivering shared capabilities (model access, RAG and retrieval services, evaluation, guardrails, and orchestration) that let teams build and deploy AI solutions faster
  • Champion the creation of reusable assets and accelerators - agent templates, MCP tools and servers, prompt and evaluation libraries, and reference patterns - that accelerate the development and adoption of AI agents across the enterprise
  • Lead hybrid technical delivery teams of platform and data/AI engineers, drawing on technical experts within and beyond the team
  • Manage sprint planning, backlog prioritization and release schedules, extending into continuous improvement as both platform needs and the technology landscape evolve
  • Facilitate technical problem-solving across data engineering, AI/ML and agentic enablement, governance, and platform reliability domains
  • Ensure platform capabilities integrate cleanly with the broader data and AI ecosystem and provide reusable components and reference patterns (ingestion frameworks, feature/serving infrastructure, shared services)
  • Shape technical standards for platform architecture, data models, pipeline patterns, and automation workflows that consuming teams build upon
  • Maintain technical documentation, architecture references, and operational runbooks for platform services and data pipelines
  • Track delivery and platform health metrics: reliability and availability targets, platform adoption, time-to-onboard, and operational efficiency
  • Manage vendor relationships and outsourced delivery with co-source providers
  • Monitor platform performance and drive continuous improvement toward quantifiable targets, including cost efficiency, resilience, and engineering excellence


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and Eight Years' Experience
  • OR
  • Masters' Degree and Six Years' Experience
  • OR
  • PhD and Two Years Experience


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in data or computer science, and 8+ years of relevant experience (BA/BS) / 6+ years relevant experience (MA/MS/MBA)
  • Significant experience leading technical delivery in an agile environment. Fluent with Agile/Scrum methodology and mindsets
  • Experience as a lead data engineer, platform engineer, or solution architect. Hands-on, full-stack experience with platform operations / continuous improvement in addition to design and implementation preferred
  • Strong technical understanding of AWS data and AI services (e.g., S3, EKS, Lake Formation, Bedrock) and the Databricks platform (e.g., Unity Catalog, Lakeflow/Delta Live Tables, model serving, databricks apps), including how these are assembled into enterprise-grade data and AI platforms
  • Experience building and operating shared, multi-tenant platform capabilities and self-service developer experiences
  • Experience working with large (15+) dispersed development teams
  • Product-centric mindset
  • Strong understanding of modern data and AI architectures, including data lakehouse, MLOps/LLMOps, API / Event driven architectures and agentic/AI service patterns
  • Familiarity with platform governance, security, and compliance considerations in a regulated environment preferred
  • Strong team leadership skills; able to lead and influence without authority. Excellent communications and stakeholder management skills.


People Leader Accountabilities:
  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.
  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.
  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.


The salary range for this position is: $146,200.00 - $189,200.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

About Gilead Sciences Inc

Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet need. With each new discovery and experimental drug candidate, they seek to improve the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases. Gilead's primary areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver disease, and serious cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.

Gilead Sciences Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at Gilead Sciences Inc, a leader in the biopharmaceutical industry known for its innovative approach to healthcare. At Gilead, we are committed to advancing the care of patients around the globe through rigorous science and research.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with Gilead Sciences Inc, where job opportunities abound in a variety of fields, from scientific research to marketing and sales. Our team is dedicated to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, where every employee can thrive.

Innovate and Lead

At Gilead, innovation is at the core of everything we do. Join us and contribute to our mission of saving lives through advanced treatments and cutting-edge medicine. Our leadership is committed to nurturing professional growth, making Gilead an ideal place for those who aim to lead and innovate in the healthcare industry.

Grow Your Career

Gilead Sciences Inc offers a wealth of career advancement opportunities. With personalized career development programs, employees are encouraged to pursue their professional interests and expand their skills. Whether through on-the-job learning, formal training, or leadership development, we provide the tools necessary for long-term career growth.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Gilead Sciences Inc is composed of passionate, curious, and solution-driven professionals. By joining us, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our culture promotes teamwork and an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving, making our workplace dynamic and innovative.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your career with Gilead through our internship programs, which offer hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical development and business operations. For seasoned professionals, our employment opportunities span across various disciplines, inviting you to bring your valuable skills to our team.

Benefits and Culture

Gilead Sciences Inc is not only a great place to work but also offers competitive benefits designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From health insurance to retirement plans and wellness programs, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Networking and Professional Development

We emphasize the importance of networking and professional development within the company. Regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions are held to enhance your skills and knowledge. Additionally, Gilead’s strong emphasis on internal networking allows for cross-departmental collaboration and innovation.

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Stay connected with Gilead by joining our hiring events and exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for dedicated, creative, and driven team players. Prepare your resume, ace the interview, and take the first step towards a fulfilling career at Gilead Sciences Inc.

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Learn more about Gilead Sciences Inc
Size
14,400 employees
Market Cap
$107.2 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$123 million
Founded
1987
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$24.6 billion
NASDAQ
GILD
* Ladders Estimates

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