R&D Domain Architect :: Deerfield, IL (Hybrid)

Role:

R D Domain Architect Reports to:

Chief Enterprise Architect Role Type:

Senior Architecture Leadership Location:

Deerfield, IL (Hybrid)

Duration:

Long Term Contract Role Purpose The R D Domain Architect is the senior architecture leader accountable for shaping and governing technology strategy across end-to-end product development and launch. This role translates R D and enterprise growth strategy into coherent, executable architecture outcomes that deliver measurable in-year savings, enable multi-year simplification, and establish a scalable target-state architecture supporting the full value delivery lifecycle. The role spans portfolio planning, stage-gate management, regulatory submission, launch readiness, and cross-functional enablement with Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance and other functions. The architect ensures consistency, reuse, and operational efficiency across global R D portfolios in a regulated healthcare environment. Outcomes That Define Success Quantifiable in-year and recurring cost savings across the R D technology portfolio Approved multi-year simplification and modernization roadmaps with clear cost-reduction targets Reduced architectural complexity and standardization of project and portfolio management across divisions Improved time-to-market and launch readiness through integrated, end-to-end architecture Improved decision quality and visibility across portfolio, pipeline, and investment trade-offs

Core Responsibilities Strategy Realization:

R D Architecture Partner with R D leadership to translate innovation and growth strategies into target operating models and capability roadmaps Lead target-state architecture across product development, R D lab management, product design and testing, product security and regulatory compliance, and product release. Ensure architectural alignment across regulatory, clinical, quality, manufacturing, and commercial readiness activities Develop sequenced, value-backed roadmaps delivering in-year savings and sustained simplification Solution and Platform Architecture Leadership Provide architectural leadership for major R D initiatives, programs, and platform investments Drive consistency and reuse across product lifecycle management, project and portfolio management, and development platforms Ensure alignment with Commercial and Finance systems to support product costing, pricing readiness, and launch execution Ensure solutions meet regulatory, validation, data integrity, and security requirements Portfolio Simplification and Savings Delivery Assess the R D application landscape to identify consolidation, rationalization, and retirement opportunities Standardize project, portfolio, and development workflows across divisions to reduce duplication and cost Partner with Finance and Enterprise Architecture to quantify, track, and realize savings Embed simplification, automation, and cost discipline into R D architecture decisions Governance and Decision Enablement Represent R D architecture within enterprise governance, investment, and technology assessment forums Enable consistent architectural decision-making without slowing innovation or delivery Surface cross-domain dependencies, risks, and readiness gaps early Executive Relationships The R D Domain Architect serves as a trusted advisor to R D, Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, and IT leadership, enabling integrated product development and successful market launches. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor s degree in IT, Engineering, Life Sciences, or equivalent experience 10+ years in enterprise, domain, or solution architecture roles supporting R D or product development functions Deep understanding of regulated healthcare or life sciences development environments Proven track record delivering portfolio simplification, cost savings, and enterprise-scale standardization Strong executive communication and influence skills Leadership Profile Enterprise-first and outcome-driven mindset Strong understanding of end-to-end product lifecycle and launch readiness Pragmatic systems thinker balancing innovation, compliance, and cost Trusted leader who aligns diverse stakeholders and drives execution