Moderna Therapeutics

The Role:

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.

Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced and versatile IT/OT Systems Engineer to support and maintain both the infrastructure and application layers of our manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a technically adept professional who thrives at the intersection of Information Technology and Operational Technology—able to switch from troubleshooting server and network issues one day, to resolving MES or DeltaV system problems on the manufacturing floor the next. You’ll work fluidly between Digital Core teams—such as cybersecurity and enterprise technologies—and frontline collaborators including operators and plant management.

As a member of our global team, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of systems critical to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), spanning infrastructure (networks, wi-fi, virtual servers, backups) and the applications running on them (Syncade, DeltaV, PI, BMS, Thin Manager, analytical instruments). The systems you support will impact Moderna’s manufacturing sites and labs across multiple countries.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Collaborating with Digital teams to design and execute effective IT/OT integrations that align with world-class scientific research and operations
• Providing recommendations to the business on IT/OT solutions that meet both immediate and strategic objectives
• Ensuring technical considerations—such as change management, infrastructure integrity, and systems integration—are addressed for all Manufacturing and Lab Systems projects
• Maintaining and troubleshooting infrastructure, including Windows servers, VMware virtual machines, network architecture, backup/recovery platforms, and domain services like Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
• Supporting key manufacturing applications such as Syncade, DeltaV, OSI PI, BMS, HMIs, Solo VPE, and other analytical instruments and label printers

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Partnering closely with automation engineers, lab engineers, scientists, and operations teams to support the lifecycle of manufacturing and lab systems, guided by clear SLAs
• Supporting compliance with GxP requirements and the IQ/OQ/PQ validation process for computerized systems
• Participating in the development and validation of business continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Assisting in the design and troubleshooting of network topologies specific to manufacturing and lab environments
• Implementing and supporting cybersecurity controls and applications across critical systems

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• “We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”
• This mindset will empower you to work autonomously and take initiative across both IT and OT domains, knowing that the integrity of manufacturing systems depends on your proactive support and long-term solutions.
• “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”
• Your technical contributions will directly support the scalability and reliability of digital manufacturing infrastructure, enabling global delivery of high-quality mRNA therapeutics through automation and integration.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, physical science or related field or relevant experience
• 6+ years of experience working with IT/OT infrastructure in manufacturing, lab systems, control systems and building management systems
• Experience with IT/OT implementation with DCS, MES, BMS, PLC, OPC, HPLC, GC, LIMs, lab analyzers
• Prior experience working for a Pharmaceutical company required
• Experience working with virtual environment (VMware/Hyper-V) and/or cloud platform (AWS preferred)
• Experience working with RDBMS (SQL Server or Oracle)
• Experience working with application and web server (IIS)
• Experience working with backup/recovery systems (Acronis, Veeam, N2WS, etc.)
• Experience working with Cybersecurity endpoint protection applications (Crowdstrike, Symantec, McAfee, Carbon Black, etc.)
• Experience working with infrastructure tools (Dynatrace, Pager Duty, Splunk)
• Understanding of network routing, switching and firewall concepts

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications):

• Creative, analytical, and strong problem-solving skills and a whatever it takes’ attitude
• Ability to liaison between IT, Automation, Engineering, Manufacturing, QC, and QA teams
• Work independently, with limited direction, to achieve expected results
• Adapt well under pressure to any given situation that may arise, in a professional manner and with positive results, in support of a multi-location, 24x7 environment
• Take the initiative to drive and effect change in a dynamic, high standards environment while maintaining a positive approach with management and peers
• Operates with a highly collaborative work style, and possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful professional working relationships
• Work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced project environment
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative
• As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace health and safety, this role may be subject to pre-employment and periodic medical assessments, in line with relevant legal and operational requirements.

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.