Digital Automation Impact Team Lead

About the role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology. As a Digital Automation Impact Team - Lead, you'll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.

Responsibilities

• AISolutionDevelopment& Delivery
• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered business process automation solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and accelerate business outcomes.
• Build end-to-end solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio.
• Develop proofs of concept (POCs), minimum viable products (MVPs), and production-ready solutions.
• Rapidly validate ideas and scale successful solutions into production.
• Design and develop AI agents, copilots, and conversational experiences that streamline business processes, improve decision-making, and increase operational efficiency.
• Build reusable components, templates, accelerators, and frameworks to increase development velocity and solution scalability.
• Business Process Automation & Stakeholder Partnership
• Partner directly with business stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver AI-powered automation opportunities.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, eliminate repetitive tasks, and improve efficiency.
• Translate business challenges into practical AI and automation solutions.
• Deliver quick wins while contributing to larger transformational initiatives.
• Measure and communicate business outcomes including productivity gains, cycle-time reduction, error reduction, and user adoption.
• Software Engineering & Enterprise Integration
• Develop custom applications, integrations, APIs, and automation services when low-code solutions are not sufficient.
• Integrate solutions with enterprise platforms such as ServiceNow, Jira, SAP, Workday, Microsoft 365, OneTrust, Agiloft, and other business systems.
• Leverage GitHub Copilot and AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery.
• Follow modern software engineering practices including source control and branching strategies, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, secure software development practices, and implement security, compliance, auditability, and governance requirements within delivered solutions.
• Troubleshoot and support production solutions.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Stay current on advancements in AI, automation, agentic AI, and software engineering best practices.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify practical business applications.
• Contribute reusable patterns, standards, and lessons learned across teams.
• Contribute to Moderna's AI and automation strategy through experimentation and innovation.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, automation engineering, application development, or solution development.
• Hands-on experience designing and delivering AI-powered business solutions and business process automations.
• Hands-on experience developing solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio.
• Experience developing AI agents, copilots, or conversational AI solutions using Copilot Studio or similar AI platforms.
• Experience developing applications, integrations, or automation solutions using modern development tools such as Visual Studio Code.
• Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery.
• Experience with at least one scripting or programming language such as PowerShell, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or C#.
• Experience delivering solutions from concept through production deployment.
• Experience integrating business solutions with enterprise platforms using APIs, web services, and connectors.
• Experience using source control, Git-based development workflows, and modern software delivery practices.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications
• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., pharma, healthcare, GxP, SOX).
• Experience with GitHub Enterprise, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
• Microsoft Power Platform certifications (PL-400, PL-600, Copilot Studio certifications, or related certifications).

Pay & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $130,800.00 - $209,400.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

Our Working Model

We believe an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position.