We are hiring a Principal Product AI Data Engineer & Architect to own the design and evolution of the data foundations that power our next-generation AI products across LS&H. In this role, you will architect enterprise-scale, AI-ready data platforms that underpin drug discovery, Real-World Evidence (RWE), patient journey intelligence, market access analytics, and Generative AI / Agentic AI capabilities.
Clarivate is a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world. Our Life Sciences & Healthcare (LS&H) division powers pharmaceutical research, real-world evidence, clinical insights, and healthcare innovation for the world's leading life sciences organizations. We are on a mission to accelerate scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes through AI-driven data platforms and intelligent products.
You will partner closely with Product Managers, Software Engineers, Data Scientists, and Platform leaders across the US, Canada, and India to shape trusted, scalable, and forward-looking data solutions that directly influence product direction and AI readiness.
This is a hands-on architect role for a senior technologist who thrives at the intersection of data engineering, AI/ML enablement, and product-driven outcomes.
About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
- Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in enterprise data engineering, data architecture, or AI data platforms, including significant hands-on architectural leadership.
- Expertise in Enterprise Data Architecture, Dimensional Data Modeling, and modern Data Pipeline Design (ETL/ELT).
- Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and modern Lakehouse architectures (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, or equivalents).
- Proven experience designing Cloud Data Platforms at scale (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and scalable analytics ecosystems.
- Strong SQL, Python, and data modeling fundamentals.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-team architectural decisions and influence senior technical and product stakeholders.
It would be great if you also
- Experience in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Pharma, or Real-World Evidence (RWE) domains.
- Familiarity with vector databases, embeddings, LLM orchestration frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar), and evaluation frameworks.
- Exposure to healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR, OMOP, claims data) is a strong plus.
- Experience partnering with globally distributed teams across US, Canada, and India.
What will you be doing in this role
- Lead the architecture of scalable data platforms, pipelines, and AI-ready datasets.
- Design lakehouse solutions using Databricks, Delta Lake, and modern data modeling practices.
- Enable GenAI, RAG, Agentic AI, and ML use cases through robust data foundations.
- Drive data quality, governance, security, reliability, and compliance standards.
- Partner with Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Data Science teams to deliver business impact.
- Provide technical leadership, architecture guidance, and mentorship to senior engineers.
About the Team
The DIA team operates globally and collaborates closely with product owners, architects, and data experts. We thrive on innovation, diversity, and a mission-driven culture focused on enabling life-changing insights.
Team comprising front-end and back-end engineers, QA, UX designers, product managers, and DevOps specialists. The team is focused on delivering high-quality editorial and data intelligence solutions, with a strong emphasis on innovation, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration.
This is a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of features, contribute to system design, and collaborate with talented peers on impactful projects.
Hours of Work
- Full-time, IST
- 40 hours per week
- Hybrid working environment
At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Analytics Engineering, or Data Architecture
- Expert-level proficiency in SQL and relational database design
- Strong experience in Python for pipeline automation and data framework development
- Experience designing and operating production-grade ETL/ELT pipelines for analytics and AI/ML
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentives in sales and select product/tech roles provide meaningful upside for high performers, with commission structures boosting total compensation when targets are exceeded. Role-linked variable pay is a clear strength in revenue-driving positions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is ample in the U.S., with paid parental leave available, making time-off policies a notable part of the package. Generous vacation and holiday allowances stand out as positives.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Hybrid and remote options are common and paired with a formal wellbeing framework and EAP, supporting work–life balance. Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is broadly available in the U.S., reinforcing everyday wellbeing support.
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What We Do
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