Associate Director, Enterprise Architecture, Global Commercial & Medical IT

Biogen

. Define and govern GCM enterprise architecture standards across Commercial & Medical IT .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeResearch Triangle Park • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $152,000 - $209,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and governing enterprise architecture standards, particularly within Commercial and Medical IT, while effectively translating business priorities into actionable architecture roadmaps and solution designs. Proven ability to lead architecture initiatives, mentor teams, and integrate advanced technologies in a compliant environment.

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Enterprise Architecture LeadershipCommercial And Medical Business PlatformsData Architecture And IntegrationStakeholder Management And CommunicationAI/ML And Cloud Integration

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Hard Skills

Enterprise ArchitectureArchitecture FrameworksData ArchitectureIntegration PatternsAPIsEvent-Driven ArchitectureSolution DesignRoadmap DevelopmentTechnology EvaluationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementMentoringInfluencing

Tools & Technologies

Cloud ServicesEnterprise Integration ToolsData PlatformsTOGAFArchiMate

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdvanced Degree (MS, MBA)

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechCommercial ITMedical ITOmnichannel EngagementField OperationsPatient ServicesPromotional ContentMedical ContentAgile Delivery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and govern GCM enterprise architecture standards across Commercial & Medical IT
Serve as the primary architecture leader for strategic GCM initiatives
Shape early solution designs and guide key architectural decisions
Define GCM application integration strategy with Data & Analytics architecture teams
Develop multi-year enterprise architecture and business capability roadmaps
Simplify and rationalize the application portfolio
Reduce overlapping systems, improve integration quality, lower total cost of ownership, and avoid unnecessary technology fragmentation
Evaluate emerging technologies including cloud services, automation, AI/ML, and generative AI
Integrate high-value capabilities with appropriate security and compliance controls
Partner with enterprise integration, data and analytics, security, infrastructure, delivery, and platform teams
Mentor and guide solution architects, platform architects, technical leads, and delivery teams
Represent GCM in enterprise architecture forums
Enable faster launch readiness, improved scalability, reduced system redundancy, and smoother integration of new capabilities or acquisitions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
10+ years of progressively responsible IT experience, preferably including global or enterprise-level roles
5+ years of experience in architecture leadership roles, such as Enterprise Architect or equivalent
Strong Enterprise Architecture experience in pharmaceutical or biotech companies
Direct architecture ownership of Commercial and/or Medical business platforms for CRM, omnichannel engagement, field operations, patient services, and promotional and medical content
Strong understanding of Commercial and Medical business capabilities, value streams, regulatory considerations, and global operating needs
Solid knowledge of enterprise integration patterns, APIs, and event-driven architecture
Working knowledge of data architecture sufficient to design how business applications connect
Proven ability to translate business priorities into target-state architecture, roadmaps, and practical solution designs
Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills across business, IT, and global delivery teams
Advanced degree, such as MS, MBA, or equivalent (preferred)
Familiarity with formal architecture frameworks and modeling techniques such as TOGAF or ArchiMate (preferred)
Familiarity with cloud data platforms, customer/master data, and enterprise integration tools (preferred)
Experience assessing and integrating AI/ML, generative AI, automation, or cloud-based capabilities in a regulated, compliant environment (preferred)
Experience working in Agile delivery environments; SAFe experience is a plus (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation
Additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays
3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Short-term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities