In AstraZeneca’s Cell Therapy division, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world’s most complex diseases. We have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference and have built our business around our passion for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. This role is part of the Operations team tasked with supporting Clinical and Commercial production across multiple sites.
The Director of Software Development for Cell Therapy Operations IT is a transformative leadership role responsible for shaping and building a scalable technology strategy that supports AstraZeneca’s Cell Therapy Operations across Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. You will lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade software solutions like Cell Orchestration platform, robotics integration, and advanced Agentic AI automation, driving operational excellence and innovation at industrial scale.
You will work with IT Business Partners, Cell Therapy Operations leadership, and external stakeholders to define a modern, AI-native technology stack aligned with strategic outcomes. The leader will guide the industrialization of custom software solutions and integration of Agentic AI agents to autonomously orchestrate complex workflows across labs, manufacturing lines, and digital platforms—enabling next-generation cell therapy delivery. You will report to the Executive Director, Ops IT and may be based in Santa Monica, CA or Gaithersburg, MD.

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