Site Digital & Automation Lead, North Creek

Pfizer

Actively hiring
North Creek, USA Posted 14 days ago $139,100–$231,900 / year
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At a glance

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TL;DR

The Site Digital & Automation Lead is a senior leadership role within Pfizer’s PGS Network & Automation organization, responsible for driving digital transformation and automation at the site level. This individual will lead a team to develop and execute strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, ensure compliance with Quality/Safety standards, and manage cybersecurity risks. Key responsibilities include overseeing capital projects, managing expense portfolios, and deploying emerging technologies to realize long-term value creation. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in IT infrastructure management, GMP regulatory requirements, and Lean/Operational Excellence methodologies. Strong technical skills in digital and automation solutions, coupled with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly, are essential. This role demands a visionary approach to technology strategy and the capability to manage multiple priorities effectively within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Skills

Python Java C# SQL Azure AWS Kubernetes Docker CI/CD Terraform PostgreSQL Oracle Microsoft SQL Server Lean Agile ITIL GMP Six Sigma PMI SDLC DevOps Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute the site’s digital and automation strategy over 3–5 years.
  • Lead and mentor a team of digital and automation professionals, ensuring their growth.
  • Oversee contract and license management for digital and automation systems to ensure compliance.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives using digital tools and best practices.
  • Manage cybersecurity activities and infrastructure change management for technology systems.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in IT systems/infrastructure or process automation/control.
  • 3–5 years in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma preferred).
  • Experience with Lean/Operational Excellence and project management methodologies.
  • Strong technical fluency in digital and automation solutions and emerging technologies.
  • Understanding of GMP regulatory requirements and IT infrastructure management.

Market check

Salary context

This $139,100–$231,900 range sits above 65% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$134,800–$205,350

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$148,500–$208,775

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is one of the world''s largest biopharmaceutical companies, researching, developing, manufacturing, and marketing medicines and vaccines across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals

Pfizer currently has 18 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$176,600 across 18 roles with salary data.

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