Director, Software Product Management – Discovery Research Platforms

Eli Lilly

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Base: $162,000 - $268,400; bonus/equity: eligible ...
10 years software product management experience
5+ years life sciences or drug discovery experience
Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics or related field
This role focuses on shaping the strategy for custom software platforms that support computational drug design and optimization for large molecules within a global healthcare leader

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on shaping the strategy for custom software platforms that support computational drug design and optimization for large molecules within a global healthcare leader.
  • The successful candidate will translate complex scientific requirements into scalable software capabilities, including integrating agentic AI and multi-objective optimization workflows.
  • Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and flexible spending accounts alongside a competitive salary range.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on shaping the strategy for custom software platforms that support computational drug design and optimization for large molecules within a global healthcare leader.

Salary

Base: $162,000 - $268,400; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for company bonus based on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive program including 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years software product management experience
  • 5+ years life sciences or drug discovery experience
  • Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics or related field
  • Experience with Next Generation Sequencing data structures
  • Understanding of protein structure prediction algorithms

Nice-to-have

  • Masters or Ph.D. in computational biology
  • Experience with FDA GxP regulated environments
  • Deep understanding of generative AI approaches
  • Track record in matrix organization collaboration
  • Interest in expanding across lab platform domains

Key Requirements

  • 10 years progressive software product management experience
  • 5+ years in life sciences or biopharmaceutical research
  • Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, CS, or biomedical engineering
  • Willingness to travel 30-40% between Indianapolis and San Diego

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