Head of Data Adoption & Culture

Head Of Data Adoption & Culture

The position will report to the Chief of Data Officer which is still being recruited. Roche Digital Technology (RDT) is where innovation meets purpose. As a global team at the heart of Roche, we are a community of business-minded technologists committed to help shape tomorrow's digital future of healthcare. Our mission is to power Roche through cutting-edge digital technologies, harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence, data, and scalable tech innovations. Driven by purpose and passion, we're building a future where digital is a core strength across all of Roche, enabling smarter ways of working, unlocking human potential, and driving breakthroughs that truly matter for millions of patients around the world.

Role Summary

The Head of Data Adoption & Culture is a pivotal global role responsible for driving a cultural shift toward a data-driven mindset throughout the organization. This leader will translate the data frameworks defined by the Data Strategy and Governance team into tangible, company-wide practices. Serving as a data evangelist and ambassador, the role is accountable for accelerating the understanding and adoption of core data concepts, such as data mesh and data products, and ensuring responsible data consumption and availability across all functions in close partnership with the data domains. This leader has strong influencing and partnering skills to drive adoption in a federated organization through functional aligned data domain teams. Data domains are responsible for the data and data culture in the various domains while leadership and orchestration across the domains for adoption and culture is provided by this role. This leader and their team will help flatten the learning curve for complex data topics, acting as key translators to make information accessible and digestible for stakeholders at every level, from senior leadership to technical contributors. The role requires a strong focus on organizational change management and a "train the trainer" approach, empowering data champions across the business to multiply the team's impact and foster a sustainable data-driven culture. This position reports directly to the Chief Data Officer. A strong value framework and measurement is required to demonstrate adoption and value generation through the data strategy as it is matured across the organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Organizational Change Management : Lead and execute a comprehensive global change management strategy for data, ensuring seamless adoption of new data tools, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Data Literacy & Evangelism : Act as a passionate advocate for data, building and leading a team of evangelists to educate and inspire employees across the organization on the value of data as a strategic asset.
• Translating Data Concepts : Simplify complex data topics (e.g., data mesh, data products) and communicate them in a clear, compelling manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from the C-suite to individual contributors, to understand their data needs and drive alignment on data adoption goals.
• Training & Enablement : Develop and implement scalable training programs and a "train the trainer" model to build a network of internal data champions who can sustain the data culture independently.
• Performance Measurement : Define and track key metrics for data adoption, cultural maturity and value generation, providing regular updates and insights to the Data and the RDT leadership teams on progress and areas for improvement.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a high-performing team of data evangelists, fostering an environment of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Key Leadership Competencies and Skills

A university degree (Bachelor's degree) preferably in a digital technology related field. 10+ years of direct related experience with 5+ years of experience managing teams. Proven ability to define and execute a long-term vision for data culture and adoption that aligns with organizational goals. Deep expertise in leading large-scale cultural and technological transformations in a complex, global matrix organization. A strong understanding of modern data concepts and architectures, including data products, data mesh, and data governance. Exceptional ability to communicate, present, influence and partner with stakeholders at all levels, translating technical concepts into business value. Experience building, leading, and motivating a highly skilled team, with a focus on coaching and talent development. A proactive, energetic, and highly motivated approach to influencing and inspiring others, with a passion for teaching and empowering people. An approach comparable to a customer success role, focusing on enabling others to be successful with data and analytics. Strong skills in creating value frameworks and measurement.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is between $199,600 and $370,800. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.