Sr. Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure Rationalization

Moderna, Inc.
Cambridge, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 234K

Job location

Remote
Cambridge, United States of America

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Systems Engineering
Azure
Computer Security
Distributed Computing Environment
Identity and Access Management
Software Engineering
Software Vulnerability Management
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
Kubernetes
Data Analytics
Build Process
Machine Learning Operations
Data Pipelines
GXP

Job description

Moderna is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM)to drive project and program management of infrastructure(cloud and on-prem) rationalization and AI-readinessinitiatives at Moderna globally.We'relooking for someone witha high levelof integrity and personal accountability, strong interpersonal skills, and infrastructure technology domainexpertise.

Here's What You'll Do

  • Program Management - take a structured, data-driven, and risk-based approach to program scoping, execution, and reporting
  • Kick off and successfully manage multiple, simultaneous, complex, high visibility workstreams with full ownership, effective collaboration, and good process
  • Build processes, templates, and structure, orleverageexisting ones as appropriate
  • Manage vendors, schedule, scope, and cost
  • Measure program success (or lack thereof) and risks using data and facts
  • Provide balanced risk remediation strategies and recommendations and drive risk mitigation
  • Develop andmaintainclose stakeholder relationships and build influence to drive theappropriate outcomesacross Moderna
  • Provide clear,accurate, consistent, andtimelycommunications
  • Advance good infrastructure and security practices and culture
  • Partner Collaborationwork withCloud Engineering, Systems Engineering, and AI Engineering,as well asNetwork Engineering,Identity and Access Management,Builder Tools & Platforms,IT, Cybersecurity,software engineering,and business stakeholders to manage and driveimprovement projectsin a structured and predictable manner
  • Manage multiple initiatives:
  • Cloudmodernization
  • Rationalize infrastructure platforms, tooling, and service models that underpin AI workloads.
  • Identifyandeliminateredundant, unsupported, or non-scalable infrastructure patterns that impede AI adoption.
  • Enable standardized, secure, and supportable "AI-ready" infrastructure foundations that accelerate time-to-value while managing cost and risk.
  • Ensure infrastructure rationalization aligns with AI governance, data protection, and compliance requirements.
  • Define and track KPIs related to platform consolidation, cost optimization, risk reduction, and AIenablementreadiness.
  • Lead and drive infrastructure servicemanagementimprovements and process optimization initiatives, including infrastructure patch and vulnerability management.
  • Actively contribute to creating a more inclusive culture and environment at Moderna; endorse, create, andmaintainantiracist policies and processes

Requirements

  • 8+ years of program management experience,preferably ininfrastructureengineering
  • Demonstrated technical depth, problem-solving capabilities, andstakeholder andvendor management skills
  • Technical background ininfrastructureengineering, with a strong understanding of ITSM
  • Experience in running programs within a cross-functional,global team of mixed engineering, architecture, and operations.
  • Ability to successfully scope and drive complex and multi-workstream programs in a structured, risk-considerate, data-driven fashion
  • Strong listener with the ability to deeply understand, ask the right questions, and proactively pursue constructive feedback
  • Proven ability tooperatein highly matrixed environments and influence without direct authority.

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS,Azure)
  • Familiarity with infrastructure concepts: compute, storage, networking, containers, Kubernetes
  • Working knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure needs (GPUs, distributed training, data pipelines,MLOps)
  • Influential, inclusive, and trusted partner compassionate to the needs and situations of all your stakeholders
  • Deep familiarity with ITSM frameworks (e.g., ITIL)
  • Experience driving structured, process-driveninfrastructuretransformation initiatives.
  • Knowledge of security and compliance standards relevant toinfrastructure operations.
  • Embrace a culture of continuous service improvement and service excellence
  • A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company
  • Experience with GxP environments and regulatory requirements

Benefits & conditions

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That's why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you-at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

  • Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
  • A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
  • Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
  • Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future
  • Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $145,900.00 - $234,200.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About the company

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. Our Working Model As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. Equal Opportunities Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply! Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Accommodations We're focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com., Moderna is advancing messenger RNA (mRNA) science to create a new class of transformative medicines for patients. Moderna's platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, providing the Company the capability to pursue in parallel a robust pipeline of new development candidates. Moderna is developing therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases and cardiovascular diseases, independently and with strategic collaborators. mRNA is now a turning point in the history of science, medicine, technology, even humankind itself. With this breakthrough discovery, many of the world's biggest and most challenging medical problems are no longer a question of "how?" but merely a question of "when?" Come with us as we pursue the uncharted reaches of possibility and make your mark on the future of medicine.

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