Senior Director, Data Strategy & Architecture

Pfizer

. Define and own the target-state technical data architecture and multi-year roadmap for PGS and Enterprise Solutions .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeCollegeville • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $214,900 - $358,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and owning technical data architecture and governance policies in a GxP environment, with a strong focus on data integrity and AI readiness. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and influence senior stakeholders while establishing data standards and roadmaps.

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Data ArchitectureData GovernanceAI TechnologiesEnterprise Data ManagementISA-95/ISA-88 Standards

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Hard Skills

Data Model DevelopmentData Contract PracticesData Integrity RequirementsData Product DefinitionData StewardshipDigital Manufacturing ConceptsSAP ERP Data ModelsData StandardsData IntegrationData Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipStakeholder InfluenceCollaborationCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Data FabricAI Center of ExcellenceCyber SecurityIdentity & Access ManagementLoom

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAFDAMA CDMP

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ManufacturingQualitySupply ChainGxP EnvironmentFederated Organization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and own the target-state technical data architecture and multi-year roadmap for PGS and Enterprise Solutions
Own the canonical data model and domain ontologies as governed, executable artefacts using open ISA-95/ISA-88 standards
Define data contracts, schema standards, and the data product definition with business data owners
Establish certification criteria for trusted data products
Hold data and integration standards sign-off across the federated delivery model
Build, develop, and retain a high-performing team of architects and stewards
Build and lead Domain Technical Data Stewardship with named technical stewards paired to PGS business data owners
Own data governance policy for a GxP environment, including data integrity by design and readiness for emerging AI and data regulations
Chair architecture reviews of major data initiatives and guide build-versus-conform decisions
Partner with Enterprise Data Fabric, Loom, AI Center of Excellence, ERP, Cyber & OT Security, and Identity & Access teams
Serve as a senior voice with PGS leadership and the PGS Data, Analytics & AI Transformation organization on data strategy, standards, and stewardship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Management or a related field
12+ years of experience in data architecture, data management or data engineering
7+ years leading teams and setting standards at enterprise scale
Demonstrated ownership of enterprise data architecture, data models, and data standards in a large, federated organization
Applied knowledge of AI technologies, concepts and trends, with a deep understanding of AI-ready data strategy and execution
Track record of partnering with business and solution teams to translate business strategies into architectural standards and roadmaps
Broad understanding of Digital Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and SAP ERP concepts and data models
Experience establishing data governance in a regulated GxP or comparable environment, including data integrity requirements
Proven ability to influence and align senior stakeholders at VP level and above across business and technology organizations
Ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, and oversee and guide colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes
Advanced degree (MS/MBA/PhD) in a relevant field preferred
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality or supply chain domain knowledge preferred
Working knowledge of ISA-95/ISA-88, data product/data operating models, and data contract practices preferred
Understanding of SAP ERP data models and data platforms preferred
Recognised architecture or data management credentials, such as TOGAF or DAMA CDMP, preferred
Experience operating a stewardship or paired business/technical ownership model preferred
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States required
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future
Occasional travel of less than 10%
Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required for global meetings or major incident/problem management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan bonus target of 22.5% of base salary
Share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility