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GSSE.GEN.M2
GxP Systems Manager II
GxP Systems – Software Engineering

GxP Systems Manager II

GSSE.GEN.M2

M2M2 — Manager IImedium0.70draftglobalv1

Manages a larger team or multiple concurrent projects, leading end-to-end implementation projects.

Level
M2 · M2 — Manager II · 5–8 yrs
Function · Focus
GxP Systems – Software Engineering · General
Market pay (median)
Pay basis
model pending

Manages a larger team or multiple concurrent projects, leading end-to-end implementation projects.

The story of this role

Who does this work

A skilled Software Engineer in the GxP Systems field who wants to ensure the integrity and reliability of life sciences processes through compliant and effective IT solutions.

The problem this role solves

  • The external problem: Complex regulatory requirements and the need for collaboration across multidisciplinary teams make delivering compliant software solutions challenging.
  • The internal problem: Struggles with balancing innovation in software development while adhering to strict quality and regulatory standards can lead to stress and uncertainty.
  • Why it matters: Every life movement depends on secure and compliant systems; without them, human lives and well-being are at risk.

The plan

  1. 1. Conduct a thorough assessment of regulatory requirements and quality guidelines.
  2. 2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and understand user needs and challenges.
  3. 3. Develop a roadmap for the software development lifecycle that incorporates quality checks and compliance milestones.
  4. 4. Implement rigorous testing and validation procedures to ensure software meets all regulatory standards.
  5. 5. Continuously monitor and adapt systems based on feedback and changing regulatory landscapes.

What's at stake

Falling short of compliance standards leading to potential regulatory penalties and impact on patient safety. Wasting resources on software development that does not meet business needs, causing project setbacks.

Success looks like

Achieving regulatory compliance that enhances the organization's credibility and trust. Delivering reliable software solutions that significantly improve life sciences operations and patient safety.

Summary

Manages a larger team or multiple concurrent projects, leading end-to-end implementation projects.

Level — M2 — Manager II

Manages an established team or sub-function; owns planning and performance for the group.

Scope
An established team or sub-function
Autonomy
Owns planning for the group
Complexity
Cross-project coordination and priorities
Impact
Group delivery and development
Decision rights
Owns staffing, priorities, performance for the group
Leadership
Manages a team; sometimes manages leads
Typical experience
5–8 yrs

Core outputs

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Componentsshow ▾

Responsibilities3

  • Leads end-to-end implementation projects of moderate complexity.commonlevel
  • Independently drives routine validation activities, change control tasks, and risk assessments.commonlevel
  • Mentors M1 managers/engineers and contributes to process improvements.commonlevel

Tasks3

  • Lead implementation projectscommonlevel
  • Drive validation and change controlcommonlevel
  • Mentor junior managerscommonlevel

Skills5

  • Project managementcommonlevel
  • Influence and collaborationcommonlevel
  • Decision-makingcommonlevel
  • Mentoringcommonlevel
  • Process improvementcommonlevel

Knowledge5

  • Project management methodologiescommonlevel
  • Validation activitiescommonlevel
  • Change control processescommonlevel
  • Risk assessmentcommonlevel
  • Mentorship techniquescommonlevel

competency3

  • Project management competencycommonlevel
  • Influence & collaborationcommonlevel
  • Decision-making within defined scopecommonlevel

qualification3

  • 7–10 years of experiencecommonlevel
  • 3–5 years in supervisory or lead positionscommonlevel
  • Professional certifications such as ASQ CSQE preferredcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
AliasTypeConfidenceApproved
Manager, GxP Systems – Software Engineeringcommonmedium0.66
GxP Systems – Software Engineering Managercommonmedium0.60
Manager, GxP Systems – Software Engineercommonmedium0.66
GxP Systems – Software Engineer Managercommonmedium0.60
GxP Systems Manager IIcommonmedium0.50
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O*NET / SOC

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