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Job Function
Technology Enterprise Strategy & Security
Job Sub Function
Data Architecture
Job Category
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Job Description
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s).
- USA (Raynham, MA; NJ area; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; West Chester, PA; Warsaw, IN): R-065234
- India (Bangalore, Pune): R-066293
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone Orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
About DePuy Synthes
DePuy Synthes is a global leader in Orthopaedics, advancing patient care through innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, and related surgical technologies. As DePuy Synthes separates from Johnson & Johnson to become the world's largest, most comprehensive Orthopaedics-focused company, the organization is entering a defining chapterestablishing its own corporate identity, voice, culture, and reputation while continuing to serve patients, customers, and healthcare systems around the world.
Position Summary
The
VP - Data, Analytics, AI & Automation Officer (CDAO) will lead the global strategy and execution for data, analytics, artificial intelligence, and intelligent automation across DePuy Synthes.
This executive will establish the company's
enterprise data foundation, enabling data-driven decision making, digital surgery innovation, operational efficiency, and AI-enabled business transformation.
This role will build modern
data platforms, AI capabilities, and automation frameworks that power innovation across R&D, supply chain, manufacturing, commercial operations, and corporate functions.
This role will also play a key role in building the
data architecture during the separation.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Data Strategy
- Define the enterprise data strategy and roadmap for the standalone DePuy Synthes organization.
- Establish enterprise data governance, quality, and stewardship frameworks.
Modern Data Platform
- Build and operate the company's modern data platform and data lakehouse architecture.
- Enable enterprise data integration across ERP, CRM, manufacturing systems, clinical data, and commercial systems.
AI & Machine Learning
- Develop and deploy AI/ML capabilities across:
- supply chain optimization
- predictive maintenance
- demand forecasting
- quality analytics
- clinical and product analytics
- commercial insights
Intelligent Automation
- Lead enterprise automation strategy including:
- robotic process automation
- intelligent workflows
- AI agents
- operational automation
Advanced Analytics
- Build advanced analytics capabilities supporting:
- commercial performance
- surgeon engagement
- hospital analytics
- supply chain optimization
- financial planning
Data Governance & Compliance
- Ensure global data governance, regulatory compliance, and ethical AI practices across all data and AI initiatives.
Data & AI Talent Strategy
- Build and scale world-class global data, AI, and analytics teams.
Strategic Impact
This role will establish
data as a strategic asset and enable:
- AI-driven innovation in Orthopaedics
- predictive supply chains and smart factories
- surgeon and hospital insights
- improved product quality and safety
- accelerated R&D innovation
Key Stakeholders
Internal
- Chief Information Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- VP - Digital & Commercial Excellence Officer
- R&D Leadership
- Global Supply Chain Leadership
- Finance and Corporate functions
External
- AI and data platform partners
- analytics technology providers
- research institutions
Leadership Scope
Global Leadership Responsibility For
- Data Engineering
- Enterprise Data Governance
- Analytics & BI
- Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
- Intelligent Automation
- Data Platforms
Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years experience in data, analytics, or AI leadership roles
- Experience building enterprise data platforms and AI programs at scale
- Strong experience leading data transformation in global enterprises
- Deep expertise in:
- AI / Machine Learning
- Data platforms
- Data governance
- Advanced analytics
- Experience supporting regulated industries preferred (MedTech, Pharma, Healthcare).
- Experience supporting enterprise carve-outs or large-scale digital transformation programs preferred.
Required Skills
Preferred Skills:
Agile Leadership, Budget Management, Business Architecture, Business Savvy, Data Architecture, Data Migrations, Data Visualization, Developing Others, Digital Marketing Technology, Emerging Technologies, Inclusive Leadership, Information Security Management System (ISMS), Information Technology Strategies, Leadership, Managing Managers, Relationship Building, Tactical Planning
