Director - Developer Experience Specialist, R&D DP&TS Platform and Data Engineering

Pfizer's mission to deliver breakthroughs that change patients' lives is rooted in our commitment to science and innovation. Within Discovery, Preclinical, and Translational Solutions (DP&TS), we accelerate the journey from target identification to clinical translation by leveraging advanced digital technologies, AI, and data-driven insights.
We're building a platform engineering team that puts developer experience at the center of everything we do. As a Developer Experience Specialist, you'll be responsible for improving how internal teams interact with platform tools and services. You'll lead and advocate for developer needs, design intuitive self-service interfaces, design and implement feedback and communication processes, improve documentation, and ensure that onboarding and day-to-day workflows are smooth, secure, and efficient.
This is a well-defined, high-impact role for someone who thrives on solving user-centric problems, streamlining workflows, and collaborating across disciplines. You'll be part of a supportive, outcome-driven team that values empathy, initiative, and continuous improvement.
ROLE SUMMARY
You'll start by reviewing feedback and usage metrics from developers interacting with platform tools. You'll collaborate with engineers to improve self-service interfaces, streamline onboarding flows, or troubleshoot usability issues. You'll be working with cross-functional teams to design better developer journeys. You'll have the autonomy to drive improvements, and the support of a team that values empathy, innovation, and shared success.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a strategic leader and advocate for internal developer experience, shaping platform engineering initiatives to align with organizational goals
• Drive the vision and execution of self-service interfaces (e.g., internal portals, APIs, templates) that empower developers and accelerate innovation
• Architect and implement feedback and communication processes that inform platform strategy and ensure transparent, actionable insights for leadership
• Analyze developer feedback and usage metrics to identify opportunities for transformative platform improvements, influencing product roadmaps and investment decisions
• Lead the optimization of onboarding flows and usability of platform tools, ensuring seamless integration and adoption across global teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders-including engineering, product management, and external partners-to deliver secure, scalable, and intuitive developer solutions
• Develop and maintain strategic documentation, guides, and resources that enable developer productivity and support organizational change
• Monitor and report on developer experience metrics, providing executive-level insights and recommendations for continuous improvement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Engineering, or related discipline)
• 10+ years of experience in developer tooling, DevOps, or platform engineering
• Strong understanding of CI/CD systems and developer workflows
• Experience designing and supporting internal tools (e.g., APIs, portals, templates)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a user-first mindset
• Fluent in English; capable of clear technical communication across scientific and engineering disciplines
• Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Engineering, or related discipline)
• 8+ years of experience in developer tooling, DevOps, or platform engineering
• Experience with developer onboarding and enablement programs
• Familiarity with modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Typescript)
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance frameworks (e.g., GxP , SOC2, HIPAA)

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Travel up to 10% may be required for business activities.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $156,600.00 to $261,000.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
* The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $141,000.00 to $235,000.00.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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