Data Science, AI, and Machine Learning Lead - Digital Healthcare

• Location: Barcelona, Spain

About the job

As Data Science, AI, and Machine Learning Lead within our Digital Healthcare team, you'll spearhead the development of innovative AI-driven solutions that transform patient care and revolutionize how we approach chronic conditions. Ready to make a real difference in people's lives?

Join the digital engine driving Sanofi's transformation - where AI, automation, and bold experimentation power faster science and smarter decisions. Here, you'll help build the first biopharma company powered by AI at scale, creating cutting-edge tools that bridge the gap between clinical care and everyday health management.

About Sanofi:

We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.

Main responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions to enhance our digital health platforms

• Develop and oversee federated learning systems that protect patient data while enabling powerful insights

• Create and implement predictive models that personalize care journeys and identify health risks early

• Spearhead the development of AI-powered engagement tools, including intelligent chatbots and recommendation systems

• Drive innovation in data engineering, ensuring scalable and secure handling of complex healthcare data

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data insights into meaningful patient outcomes

• Mentor and develop a team of data scientists and machine learning engineers

About you

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field

• Proven track record in developing and deploying production-ready machine learning models in healthcare or related industries

• Deep expertise in Python and modern ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Databricks) and managing large-scale data systems

• Strong understanding of healthcare analytics and data standards

• Outstanding ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

• Passion for improving healthcare access and patient experiences through innovative technology

Why choose us?

• Join the digital force behind Sanofi's AI-powered pipeline, where Expert, Generative, and Snackable AI accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of breakthrough treatments to patients

• Drive meaningful change at scale, helping reduce time from discovery to commercialization and bringing innovative therapies to patients faster

• Work in a safe, responsible environment, with a strategy that balances digital innovation with the appropriate level of risk management for each AI system

• See your technical expertise directly translate into better patient outcomes for millions worldwide

• Enjoy greater scope for experimentation and impact, thanks to our horizontal management structure and two-week proof-of-concept approach

• Benefit from pioneering partnerships with OpenAI, AQEMIA, IBM, and others

• Thrive in inclusive, flexible workplaces that support your personal and professional well-being, including options for 60% home office per week