Senior Product Manager - AI/ML

Company: GlaxoSmithKline
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Purpose of OnyxThe Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines.We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward:

• Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics".
• Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent.
• Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time.Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications.We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director for our AI/ML, Analysis and Computing Platforms products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our AI/ML Analysis and Computing platform to meet the customer needs. You will partner closely with the leaders of Onyx's customer organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power AI/ML workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our AI/ML Platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx AI/ML platform products. Additionally, as the organization scales, you will be responsible for hiring, developing, and retaining a talented team of Product Managers who possess a deep understanding of the business areas, Onyx capabilities, and how to translate customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines. This ensures our AI/ML scientists receive the solutions they need to succeed.Key Responsibilities:
• Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML Platform product, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives.
• Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio teams to ensure successful product development and deployment.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes.
• Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success.
• Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the AI/ML platform.
• Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the AI/ML platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers.
• Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of product managers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.Why You?Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Machine Learning/AI, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience with bioinformatics/genomics databases, biological datasets, biotech or Pharma R&D.
• 2+ years of experience with cloud-based AI model development services, or product management.Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters or PhD in related field.
• Strong understanding of biological AI research and model development.
• Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and/or services, ideally for research.
• Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred.
• Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority.
• Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions.
• Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs.Compensation and Benefits:The annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $145,350 to $196,650 taking into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share-based long-term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.Please visit to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.Why GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive.If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the GSK Service Centre at 1-877-694-7547 (US Toll Free) or +1 801 567 5155 (outside US).GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in the US, we adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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