Eli Lilly

Software Product Engineering Technical Lead/Manager - Silicon Valley Hub

Eli Lilly$138K — $246K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years in full software development lifecycle experience.
  • 5+ years in technical leadership for software projects.
  • 3+ years direct people management of engineers.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Own system architecture and design decisions for digital health platforms.
  • Lead technical design reviews ensuring scalability and resilience.
  • Collaborate with product/design for maintainable solution architecture.
  • Provide technical evaluation for software changes and future releases.
  • Drive the execution of the platform innovation roadmap.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) with company sponsorship and pension benefits.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
  • Vacation and additional leave of absence benefits.
  • Well-being benefits including employee assistance and fitness programs.
Full Job Description
The SPE Technical Lead & Engineering Manager will be responsible for developing and leading technical solutions supporting one or more Digital Health platforms. You will need to engage multiple teams to define technical requirements, develop designs, and align technology that enables the platform architecture all while meeting medical device regulatory expectations. Additionally, the organization will look to you to be a leader across SPE projects influencing other tech leads in how we develop platform solutions following best practices and driving our platform innovation roadmap.

What You'll Be Doing:

Architecture & Technical Direction
  • Own and approve system architecture and design decisions across your platform area.
  • Lead technical design reviews and ensure consistent, scalable, and resilient implementation.
  • Partner with product and design teams to architect maintainable solutions and evaluate UX feasibility.
  • Collaborate with other technical teams on the design of dependencies and shared services.
  • Provide technical evaluation of proposed ideas, software changes, and future releases.
  • Align SPE technical solutions with Lilly-supported technologies.


People Leadership & Team Management
  • Directly manage a team of 2-5 engineers.
  • Own performance management, coaching, career development
  • Set team priorities, manage capacity and workload, and remove obstacles to delivery.
  • Foster team health, engagement, and a high-performing engineering culture in a geographically separate location.
  • Partner with the Delivery Manager on staffing, planning, and delivery commitments.


Planning, Strategy & Innovation
  • Drive the development and execution of the platform innovation roadmap, including working proof-of-concept models in new technology spaces.
  • Provide input on future features and strategy across a 6-12 month horizon.
  • Lead cutover planning and ensure system dependencies are well understood and delivered appropriately.
  • Identify and scope spike work; recommend new technologies and tools.
  • Support and drive transformation initiatives.
  • Champion the responsible adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices - including AI-augmented development tooling - to accelerate delivery, raise code quality, and expand team capacity.


Security, Quality & Standards
  • Enable technical delivery of SPE software components, including understanding and addressing risk, privacy, cybersecurity, and legal constraints.
  • Support cybersecurity architecture evaluations.
  • Develop and drive adoption of platform development standards and architecture patterns across the organization.
  • Maintain technical documentation, including system design artifacts, security plans, and SOPs.
  • Document open-source standards in the Quality Management System and enforce SPE engineering standards.
  • Apply knowledge of medical device delivery models and quality systems to ensure solutions align with regulatory expectations and timelines.


Collaboration, Mentorship & Influence
  • Influence tech leads across SPE on how we develop platform solutions following best practices.
  • Mentor team members and participate actively in guilds and learning forums.
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer to operations and ensure their involvement in technical planning.
  • Build effective relationships with key technical resources and architects to influence SPE technology solutions.
  • Engage business stakeholders to understand requirements and align technical solutions.
  • Provide guidance to Lilly and non-Lilly software delivery teams in best-practice Agile delivery.
  • Apply knowledge of Lilly business processes and technology to keep deliveries consistent with strategy and roadmap.


Your Basic Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience delivering software solutions across the full development lifecycle (design, development, testing, deployment, and support).
  • 5+ years of technical leadership experience in delivery of software projects.
  • 3+ years of direct people-management experience leading engineers.


What You Should Bring:
  • Demonstrated success managing and developing a small engineering team, including performance and career conversations.
  • Ability to manage and keep control of multiple software development and integration efforts.
  • Demonstrable examples of leading software design and architecture.
  • Demonstrated ability to propose new ideas and influence peers.
  • Proven initiative to learn new technologies and seek opportunities to apply them.
  • Practical knowledge of Agile software development concepts and implementations.
  • Experience with architected asynchronous systems, using tools like Kafka or similar.
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, and other cloud service providers.
  • Experience with identity management or authentication providers (preferably Okta).
  • Experience with GitHub.
  • Experience with CI/CD capabilities and industry best practices.
  • Experience using Atlassian (Jira/Confluence) or similar toolsets.
  • High level of intellectual curiosity, external perspective, and innovation interest.


Additional Information
  • Role is located in San Francisco, CA with a hybrid work model - relocation required.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$138,000 - $246,400

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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About Eli Lilly

ICOS Corporation is a biotechnology company that engages in the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutic products. It is engaged in the commercialization of treatments for unmet medical conditions, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, hypertension, pulmonary arterial hypertension, cancer, and inflammatory diseases. It is the developer of a treatment known as Cialis (tadalafil), a product for the treatment of erectile dysfunction through its joint venture with Eli Lilly and Company in North America and Europe. It is also engaged in contract manufacturing services for third parties. It is in a strategic alliance with Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ICOS Corporation was established in 1989, based in Bothell, Washington. It is currently operated by Eli Lilly and Company.

Eli Lilly Careers

Joining Eli Lilly offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading global team dedicated to creating a healthier future. As a company revered for its commitment to innovation and leadership in the pharmaceutical industry, Eli Lilly is where your professional journey can flourish. Work You’ll Do At Eli Lilly, we are passionate about transforming patient care and advancing medical innovation. Our team at Eli Lilly is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking solutions in healthcare. By joining us, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, using cutting-edge technology to make real-world impacts. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Eli Lilly stands out in the marketplace by integrating deep industry expertise with robust research and development efforts. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive change and lead the way in developing therapeutic breakthroughs. Explore Job Opportunities and Growth Eli Lilly offers a variety of career paths, including full-time positions and internships, across multiple functions such as research, marketing, IT, and sales. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Eli Lilly provides an environment that promotes career growth and learning opportunities. Our commitment to diversity and leadership training ensures that every employee can achieve their potential. Be Part of Our Team Our team at Eli Lilly is committed to excellence and driven by a mission to improve lives. Employees enjoy a supportive culture that values collaboration, creativity, and diversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and helps us better connect with the communities we serve. Benefits and Culture Eli Lilly is dedicated to supporting our employees, offering competitive benefits, wellness programs, and comprehensive health care. Our culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and quality, making Eli Lilly not just a great place to work, but a community to grow with. Networking and Professional Development Eli Lilly encourages continuous professional development and networking. With access to various training programs and mentorship opportunities, employees can enhance their skills and advance their careers. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent through effective training and development strategies. Join Our Team Discover the exciting job opportunities at Eli Lilly by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, innovative, and ready to contribute to our mission of making life better for people around the globe. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at Eli Lilly by following our careers blog. Gain insights from industry leaders and get tips on everything from crafting the perfect resume to preparing for your interview. Eli Lilly is not just a company—it's a place where you can make a difference. Explore the positions available and find out how your talents can help change the world. SEARCH ELI LILLY JOBS Stay ahead in your career with Eli Lilly, where innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and growth lead the way to future advancements.
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35,000 employees
Market Cap
$344.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.1 billion
Founded
1876
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$24.5 billion
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