Global Data Science Lead at Veeva Systems (Remote US)

Veeva Systems builds industry cloud software that helps life sciences companies bring therapies to patients faster. The Global Analytics Business Consulting Team applies data science and AI to help customers turn commercial, medical, and regulatory data into action. We are seeking a Global Data Science Lead that will support execution of the Data Science AI strategy within this team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Data Science function within the Global Analytics Team, in line with Veeva's Analytics Business Consulting goals
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of data scientists, AI/ML engineers, and analysts within the Global Analytics Team
• Partner with Global Analytics leadership to translate the broader Data Science AI strategy into team priorities and delivery plans
• Model management, observability, testing, and deployment
• Foster collaboration between consulting, data science, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of AI-driven data solutions
• Oversee the design and implementation of advanced analytics, machine learning

Requirements

• In Economics, Machine Learning, Applied Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science
• Experience with the Life Sciences industry and applying analytics and AI/ML to related data sets
• Hands-on experience building or deploying LLM-based systems (prompt engineering, RAG, agentic workflows, or fine-tuning)
• Proven leadership of teams of 10+ people
• Intellectual curiosity, along with excellent problem-solving and quantitative skills, including the ability to disaggregate issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively explain complex technical

Remote details

• Remote role in the United States
• Veeva’s headquarters is located in the San Francisco Bay Area with offices in more than 15 countries around the world

Salary and benefits

US base salary $120,000 to $250,000 a year. Benefits include medical, dental and vision cover, flexible PTO, retirement programmes and a 1% charitable giving programme.

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.