
General Medicines
Where bold ideas and groundbreaking science shape
the future
of care
Principal Data Management Programmer
At a glance
With us, you’ll break new ground across a growing and diverse portfolio – from established medicines that millions rely on to pioneering breakthroughs in immunology and chronic disease care. Imagine the scale: your work will help deliver treatments to people around the world who live with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and complications arising from transplant.
Fueled by groundbreaking advances in technology, we are accelerating innovation and expanding access faster than ever. If you’re ready to push boundaries, embrace the power of AI and digital tools, and shape the future of healthcare, this is where your ambition meets impact.
Job title: Principal Data Management Programmer
Location: Hyderabad, India
About the job
Our Hubs are a crucial part of how we innovate, improving performance across every Sanofi department and providing a springboard for the amazing work we do. Join our Hyderabad Hub, build a career and you can be part of transforming our business while helping to change millions of lives. Ready? As Principal Data Management Programmer within our Hyderabad Hub, you’ll be responsible for developing program for data validation, data review and protocol deviation deliverables for assigned projects, providing timely support to Study Team(s) on data management programming or data visualization analytics according to project data cleaning strategies through project milestones from study start-up to database lock.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main responsibilities:
Developing listings, summary tables, figures and/or advanced analytics for data validation, data review, medical review, AE dedicated review and SAE reconciliation
Distributing and/or deploying data review and data validation solutions which are checking all collected data including external data (i.e., cross-panel checks and internal/external data reconciliation)
Developing automatic protocol deviations identification solutions
Liaising with standard Data Reporting Analyst (DRA) to continuously maintain and optimize the existing standard reporting tools, programs and report library.
Developing efficient Power BI, Spotfire, R/Shiny & SAS standard packages facilitating the programming of study solutions
Managing the technical writing at CTT level (i.e., user guides, detailed specifications, best practices, programming conventions, etc.)
Analyzing new requirements from customer and propose technical solution strategies.
About you
Experience: Strong SAS programming experience or have other equivalent programming language experience such as R/R shiny, Python, or have equivalent data visualization tools experience such as Spotfire, Power BI, Tableau. In addition, clinical trial experience, clinical data management experience and pharmaceutical industry experience are preferred.
Soft and technical skills: Advanced project management skill
Advanced collaboration and communication skill
Outstanding capability of independent thinking and delivery of accurate outcomes. Meeting management skill such as organize meeting and discussion. Crystal clear logical thinking. Good coaching and people development skill. Intercultural skills with ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural context.
Expertise in programming language such as SAS, R, Python
Expertise in database structure and data flow. Knowledge of industry standards and practices (e.g. CDISC especially CDASH and SDTM). Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Spotfire, Power BI, Tableau
Experience in implementing and fine-tuning AI/ML model
Strong knowledge of current regulatory guidelines, and GCP practices regarding Data Management
Understanding of advanced drug development concepts such as Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCT), Master & Adaptive Protocols, eSource and AI Based automations is a plus
Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree or above, preferably in a life science or mathematics-related area (e.g., Pharmaceutical, medical, or mathematics, computer science or similar technical fields).
Languages: Strong English skills (verbal and written), ability to exchange fluently in a global environment.
Why choose us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Join an international innovative biopharma company.
Lead data management programming activities and serve as an expert working on several therapeutic areas.
Participate in the evolution of Clinical Data Management and deployment of innovations
“As a principal data management programmer in our India Hub, you’ll get the opportunity to lead data management programming for global studies in different therapeutic areas and act as the expert to develop your career in the global organization. Join the Best, Be the Best!”
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Why work with us
- Do the never done before. We push the boundaries of what’s possible: expanding access, accelerating innovation, and finding new ways to improve everyday health for millions.
- Drive the transformation. We’re leading the shift to AI-powered healthcare, using digital tools to reinvent how medicines are developed, manufactured, and delivered worldwide.
- Deliver at scale. Our reach is unmatched—we bring trusted treatments to millions worldwide, ensuring broad access and real-world impact at every stage of care.
- Make an impact that matters. From tackling global health challenges to advancing sustainable, inclusive healthcare, everything we do is driven by purpose.
Who ignites your potential?
For Sam, it was her mom—teaching her to listen, push boundaries, and put patients first. At Sanofi, we know your inspiration drives your impact. Bring your passion, and together, we’ll chase the miracles of science.

"Each disease, each country, each person brings opportunities that challenge us to push the boundaries, to think of better ways to look at healthcare and pioneer new possibilities."

Olivier Charmeil
Executive Vice President, General Medicines
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