Technical Project Manager (Data & AI) — Roche

Full description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Technical Project Manager (Data & AI)

Are you passionate about bridging high-level data strategies with world-class technical execution? As a Technical Project Manager (Data & AI) , you will lead medium to large-scale initiatives within our RDT Data & AI function. Operating across versatile framework archetypes—such as Project Manager, Agile Coach, Data Governance Coordinator, or Data Strategy Network Orchestrator—you will act as a trusted advisor connecting complex data capabilities with enterprise strategic goals.

At Roche, we offer a hybrid work model that combines flexibility with in-person collaboration. For now, we require our employees to be in our offices on average two days per week . The specific office days may vary depending on business needs, such as workshops, conferences, town halls, team meetings, and other collaborative events.

About RDT DATA & AI Business Operations

As the strategic engine for RDT DATA & AI Functions, our team bridges high-level vision with world-class execution. We are a high-performing collective of experts—from technical leaders to business analysts and human centered design experts—dedicated to elevating operational excellence and driving long-term strategy. By harnessing data-driven insights and managing critical shared capabilities, we ensure our division meets its global commitments with precision. Joining us means operating at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operational effectiveness, with the autonomy to streamline complex processes, and the influence to shape the digital future of healthcare at Roche.

The Opportunity

• Independently define, manage, and control the scope of medium to large initiatives, aligning technical delivery with overall strategic business objectives.
• Plan and execute Global Data Strategy (GDS) workpackages by actively managing intricate cross-stream dependencies, resource planning, and backlog management.
• Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate scope-related risks to manage technical changes smoothly in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide flexible and adaptive PMO support , shifting seamlessly from active governance (driving metrics, executive slide creation, process engineering) to passive roadmap tracking for core engineering deliveries.
• Manage the delivery of complex features , services, or technical releases , including service transitions or Agile Release Train increments.
• Provide specialized PMO leadership by coordinating and driving the implementation of enterprise data policies, content strategies, and cultural change management initiatives.
• Orchestrate and drive workstreams specifically focused on Metadata Management, Master Data Management (MDM), and Policy-Based Access Control (PBAC).
• Partner closely with the Head of Data Governance , orchestrating GDS networks, fostering internal Communities of Practice, and mentoring engineering colleagues to build team accountability and spirit.

Who You Are

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Years of Experience: 5+ years of solid experience operating across multiple Delivery Management archetypes (e.g., Technical Project Manager, Scrum Master, or Release Train Engineer).
• Proven track record in Technical PMO and Workpackage Orchestration , specifically managing intricate cross-stream dependencies, resource allocation, and backlog trackin