Digital Technology Director

Bachem

Digital Technology Director shaping digital technology support for US operations at Bachem. Driving project delivery, stable operations, and compliance in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Posted 4/19/2026full-timeCalifornia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $141,760 - $194,920 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityITSM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape how digital technology supports US operations
Work with site leaders and global IT to turn business priorities into practical technology plans
Deliver measurable business benefits through digitalization
Lead and align teams using matrix leadership
Set priorities, enable collaboration, and drive strong execution
Work with site leadership to define and deliver site level digital and IT priorities aligned with global IT and OT strategies
Build and maintain technology roadmaps covering applications, infrastructure, data, cybersecurity, connectivity, and IT / OT integration
Ensure digital technology needs are considered early in capital projects and site expansions
Oversee reliable and compliant IT services across infrastructure, applications, and user services
Act as a close partner and escalation point for site and regional leadership
Support audit and inspection readiness by identifying technology risks early and driving effective mitigation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field
Seven or more years of experience in IT leadership roles, ideally in pharma, biotech, chemical, or industrial manufacturing
Proven experience defining and delivering digital or technology roadmaps with clear business impact
Experience working in regulated environments, GxP experience highly desired
Strong knowledge of IT service management, infrastructure, and application lifecycle management
Solid understanding of manufacturing IT and OT and digital operations systems such as MES, LIMS, EBR, and shop floor solutions
Familiarity with digital manufacturing and Pharma 4.0 concepts including real time data, equipment integration, analytics, and automation
Experience leading cross functional initiatives in multi-site environments
Ability to work with senior leaders and influence without direct authority

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive pay
annual performance bonus
generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan with employer contribution
paid vacation
personal and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital technologyIT service managementinfrastructure managementapplication lifecycle managementtechnology roadmapsmanufacturing ITOT systemsMESLIMSautomation

Soft Skills

matrix leadershipcollaborationexecutioninfluence without authorityprioritizationrisk identificationteam alignmentcommunicationstrategic planningcross-functional leadership

Certifications

Master’s degree in computer scienceMaster’s degree in information systemsMaster’s degree in engineering