Chief Data Officer

Role Summary

Shape the Future of Data at Fortrea. Are you a visionary leader in data architecture and integration? Fortrea is seeking a Chief Data Officer to drive the strategy and execution of services that will deliver the future state for Fortrea’s global data platforms. The role requires defining and delivering strategic data and integration tools that integrate across Fortrea and customer platforms to grow key business capabilities and shaping the approach and roadmap for Fortrea’s future in clinical research and business processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and execution for Fortrea’s global data models, integrating cutting-edge tools across enterprise and customer systems.
• Define and implement data standards and governance frameworks to ensure integrity, security, and interoperability of clinical and enterprise data.
• Architect and execute data migration strategies from legacy systems to modern platforms (e.g., Azure SQL, Synapse, Lakehouse).
• Lead system integrations using Microsoft technologies including Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, Power Automate, and API Management.
• Ensure seamless data flow across platforms such as Workday, Snowflake, Informatica, and internal applications.
• Drive business intelligence through advanced analytics, dashboards, and data storytelling.
• Deliver a technical roadmap that enhances data capabilities across clinical, commercial, and corporate operations.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious data objectives.
• Inspire and guide a high-performing team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Direct integration and middleware platforms, including API strategy and engineering.
• Maintain external visibility through publications and conference presentations.
• Serve as a senior ambassador for Fortrea, building trusted relationships with clients to ensure seamless delivery, drive innovation, and identify growth opportunities.
• Champion enterprise-wide AI/ML innovation by architecting scalable data ecosystems that enable predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and real-time decisioning.
• Lead development of ethical and explainable AI frameworks, ensuring responsible data governance and accelerating deployment of strategic machine learning models.

Skills

• Microsoft Stack
• Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions
• Power Platform: Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate
• Microsoft Purview, Azure Arc, Azure Boards, Azure DevOps
• Integration & ETL
• REST/SOAP APIs, JSON, XML, EDI
• Spark, Python, SQL
• Architecture & DevOps
• TOGAF, Azure Well-Architected Framework, CI/CD pipelines, Azure Test Plans
• Preference will be given to candidates located in EST

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • CRO/Pharma Industry experience required
  • Experienced in data architecture, integration, or analytics roles
  • Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Data Engineer) or Microsoft Power Platform
  • Proven experience in leading large-scale data initiatives and managing cross-functional teams
• Preferred:
  • Master’s/MBA degree
  • Extensive knowledge and expertise driving technology solution development and delivery aligned to business goals in the clinical trial or related industry

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Additional Requirements

• Travel: up to 30% travel