Band
Level 6
Job Description Summary
#LI-Hybrid
Primary Location: Hyderabad India
Other Locations: Prague Czech Republic or Barcelona Spain
Relocation Support: This role is based in Hyderabad India. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
Step into a pivotal role where your leadership will shape the future of clinical enablement through cutting-edge data platforms. As Program Manager in the Advanced Quantitative Science team youll drive the delivery of QUANTAour next-generation statistical compute platformempowering biostatisticians and scientists to accelerate innovation. Youll lead global cross-functional teams champion Agile practices and ensure seamless execution of high-impact programs that transform how Novartis harnesses data for better patient outcomes.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of QUANTA platform within the SCAPE initiative
Coordinate internal and external teams to meet program goals and timelines
As a Release Train Engineer (RTE) facilitate Agile Release Train activities and cross-team alignment
Ensure compliance with data privacy security and GxP validation standards
Engage stakeholders to define requirements and drive business value
Present program updates and risks to senior leadership and steering committees
Promote adoption of emerging tools and Agile ways of working to streamline program execution
Support Agile delivery teams in adhering to DevOps processes building efficiencies and ensuring timely releases
Essential Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Informatics Computer Science Life Sciences or related field
Minimum 10 years of experience in program or project management within IT delivery
At least 5 years working in the Pharma or IT industry including GxP IT solution delivery
Proven track record managing Agile and Waterfall hybrid projects
Hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer with Agile Release Train leadership
Strong knowledge of DevOps CI/CD processes and tools like Jira
Desirable Requirements
Benefits and Rewards CZ:
Monthly pension contribution matching your individual contribution up to 3% of your gross monthly base salary; Risk Life Insurance (full cost covered by Novartis); 5-week holiday per year; (1 week above the Labour Law requirement); 4 paid sick days within one calendar year in case of absence due to sickness without a medical sickness report; Cafeteria employee benefit program choice of benefits from Benefit Plus Cafeteria in the amount of 17500 CZK per year; Meal vouchers in amount of 105 CZK for each working day (full tax covered by company); Company car / Car Allowance; MultiSport Card Employee Share Purchase Plan. Find out more about Novartis Business Services:
Accessibility and accommodation
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all
individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to receive more detailed
information about the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to
for CZ or diversityand for India and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Skills Desired
Analytical Thinking Business Relationship Management Change Management Financial Modeling IT Program Management Managing Resources Performance Management Project Planning
Required Experience:
Manager
BandLevel 6Job Description Summary#LI-HybridPrimary Location: Hyderabad IndiaOther Locations: Prague Czech Republic or Barcelona SpainRelocation Support: This role is based in Hyderabad India. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.Step into a pivotal role wh...
Band
Level 6
Job Description Summary
#LI-Hybrid
Primary Location: Hyderabad India
Other Locations: Prague Czech Republic or Barcelona Spain
Relocation Support: This role is based in Hyderabad India. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
Step into a pivotal role where your leadership will shape the future of clinical enablement through cutting-edge data platforms. As Program Manager in the Advanced Quantitative Science team youll drive the delivery of QUANTAour next-generation statistical compute platformempowering biostatisticians and scientists to accelerate innovation. Youll lead global cross-functional teams champion Agile practices and ensure seamless execution of high-impact programs that transform how Novartis harnesses data for better patient outcomes.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of QUANTA platform within the SCAPE initiative
Coordinate internal and external teams to meet program goals and timelines
As a Release Train Engineer (RTE) facilitate Agile Release Train activities and cross-team alignment
Ensure compliance with data privacy security and GxP validation standards
Engage stakeholders to define requirements and drive business value
Present program updates and risks to senior leadership and steering committees
Promote adoption of emerging tools and Agile ways of working to streamline program execution
Support Agile delivery teams in adhering to DevOps processes building efficiencies and ensuring timely releases
Essential Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Informatics Computer Science Life Sciences or related field
Minimum 10 years of experience in program or project management within IT delivery
At least 5 years working in the Pharma or IT industry including GxP IT solution delivery
Proven track record managing Agile and Waterfall hybrid projects
Hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer with Agile Release Train leadership
Strong knowledge of DevOps CI/CD processes and tools like Jira
Desirable Requirements
Benefits and Rewards CZ:
Monthly pension contribution matching your individual contribution up to 3% of your gross monthly base salary; Risk Life Insurance (full cost covered by Novartis); 5-week holiday per year; (1 week above the Labour Law requirement); 4 paid sick days within one calendar year in case of absence due to sickness without a medical sickness report; Cafeteria employee benefit program choice of benefits from Benefit Plus Cafeteria in the amount of 17500 CZK per year; Meal vouchers in amount of 105 CZK for each working day (full tax covered by company); Company car / Car Allowance; MultiSport Card Employee Share Purchase Plan. Find out more about Novartis Business Services:
Accessibility and accommodation
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all
individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to receive more detailed
information about the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to
for CZ or diversityand for India and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Skills Desired
Analytical Thinking Business Relationship Management Change Management Financial Modeling IT Program Management Managing Resources Performance Management Project Planning
Required Experience:
Manager
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