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Director Of Product Engineering - Clinical Data Management / Edc

Fortrea
Fortrea
12+ years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, India
10 May 18, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Director of Product Engineering – Clinical Data Management / EDC

Location: Remote (India) – Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 262223


Role Overview

The Director of Product Engineering will lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of data management products for clinical trials in the life sciences industry. This role is central to defining innovative, scalable solutions that align with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

You will serve as a bridge between technology and business, ensuring product excellence, strong user adoption, and sustained market relevance.

Success in this role is defined by delivering industry-leading data management products that drive engagement, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch across multiple products

  • Define product vision and align it with business goals and customer needs

  • Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats

  • Evaluate vendors and make build vs. buy decisions in the clinical data management space

  • Define, prioritize, and manage product requirements in collaboration with engineering, data, and operations teams

  • Develop and maintain product roadmaps and ensure alignment across stakeholders

  • Track product performance metrics and adjust strategies to improve outcomes

  • Engage with key clients and industry experts to gather feedback and drive continuous improvement

  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (GxP, CSV, etc.)

  • Manage product portfolio performance, including forecasting, budgeting, and resource utilization

  • Oversee support functions related to incident, problem, and change management processes

  • Drive operational efficiency across teams, including license and third-party cost optimization

  • Adapt to evolving business needs and contribute to additional responsibilities as required


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Healthcare, or related field

  • 12+ years of experience in product management within life sciences, particularly data management

  • Strong experience with EDC platforms (e.g., Medidata, Veeva, CTMS, or similar systems)

  • Knowledge of CDISC standards and ICH guidelines, including updates and industry changes

  • Understanding of clinical data management systems and BI/data platforms

  • Experience managing end-to-end software product lifecycles

  • Strong familiarity with Agile and SAFe methodologies

  • Experience working with globally distributed, matrixed teams

  • Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • Experience working in regulated environments (GxP, CSV)


Preferred Qualifications

  • MBA or advanced degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field

  • Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment, or in clinical data management operations with technical exposure

  • Certification in Product Management or Agile frameworks

  • Strong understanding of CRO clinical data workflows

  • Technical background in software development processes

  • Proven ability to think strategically and creatively in complex problem-solving scenarios


Role Impact

This role plays a critical part in shaping next-generation clinical data management solutions that support global clinical trials. You will drive innovation at the intersection of technology, data, and life sciences, enabling better outcomes in clinical research and drug development.