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Senior Data Scientist

Roche

South San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
154k-286k
29 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

A healthier future. It's what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That's what makes us Roche. Data & Statistical Sciences is a department of over 1,000 data scientists working across multiple therapeutic areas to bring Roche molecules to patients. As an industry leader in data science, we have a strong commitment to developing open post-competitive tools that accelerate the time to insights. As a member of Data Science Acceleration, you will work on projects that amplify the impact of data scientists, working on tooling across modern data science languages like R and Python to build tools that unlock patient data and streamline meaningful insights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work on software products to revolutionize the way our Data Scientists generate actionable and novel insights
  • Contribute to open source R packages and Python libraries that form part of our data science stack
  • Support the strategic, technical, and business direction of our Data Sciences software products
  • Review opportunities to simplify, innovate, and collaborate with experts within and outside of the Data Sciences organization to create efficiencies in clinical trial data collection, data storage, data processing, and data analysis

Requirements

  • Advanced programming capability in Python
  • Familiarity with modern version control tools and software development tools like CICD
  • Knowledge of open-source principles
  • Bachelor degree or higher in computer science, data science, or relevant technical field
  • 2 or more years of experience in data science, specifically in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of R, Rshiny, JavaScript, containerization, AWS services like S3, and SQL/NoSQL databases
  • Experience establishing successful internal partnerships and collaborations
  • Influential and confident communicator
  • Experience utilizing models and modern ways of working consistent with an agile growth mindset and methodologies
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Ability to work across multiple cultures and countries
  • Willingness to travel as required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree or higher in computer science, data science, or relevant technical field
  • 2 or more years experience in data science in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry

Benefits & Perks

  • Relocation benefits are available
  • Expected salary range of $153,900 - $285,900 based on location and experience
  • Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance
  • Position qualifies for company benefits

Working at Roche

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 25, 2025
Job CategoryData Science
Salary154k-286k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

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About Roche

Website

roche.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

South San Francisco, CA

Industry

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing

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