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COMPANY DESCRIPTION Founded through Flagship Pioneering’s venture creation engine, Terrana Biosciences is a cutting-edge agricultural biotechnology company developing innovative RNA-based products to address global agricultural challenges. We are committed to advancing sustainable farming solutions through precision technologies that ensure environmental safety and regulatory compliance. THE ROLE Terrana is seeking a Director, Data  & Technology  to  develop  and lead the company-wide capabilities that convert data, software, ML/ AI  and IT into dependable scientific,  operational  and business outcomes. Reporting to the VP ,  Strategy and Operations, the Director will develop and execute an integrated strategy  for  Data Engineering, IT, software and ML/AI  development and  deployment.   The position  will lead 3-5 direct reports and coordinate external vendors , consultants  and contractors, set clear priorities, and  drive  deliver y of  high-quality outcomes .   Functional Scope:   Data Engineering–establishment and governance of FAIR data, resilient data systems, and cost-effective infrastructure    IT–management of business systems, access, cybersecurity, and vendors    Software and ML/AI Deployment–identification, prioritization and selection of highest impact tools, productionization, integration, support, and adoption   Targeted Software Development -of bespoke,internal tools; workflow automation and integrations for high-value company requirements   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and execute a company-wide data strategy and associated execution plan in support of Terrana's strategic priorities   Lead, coach and manage a multidisciplinary team of 3-5 direct reports, with additional oversight of contractors, consultants and service providers. Establish clear roles, goals, development plans and performance expectations, and create a culture of ownership, collaboration, technical excellence and reliable delivery   Convert stakeholder needs into well-defined projects; ensuring work is delivered on time and to specification   Lead the evolution of Terrana's data architecture and engineering capabilities, including cloud data platforms, data models, pipelines,APIs and integrations across all systems. Ensure FAIR data   Establish and enforce appropriate data governance, security and lifecycle policies and practices   Partner with software engineers, ML/AI scientists, computational biologists and domain scientists to deploy software and models into dependable production workflows. Oversee integration, testing, validation, versioning, CI/CD or MLOps, observability and ongoing performance management   Oversee bespoke software development and workflow automation where required, following clear build/buy/partner evaluations   Provide reliable and secure IT services through internal resources and external providers, including identity and access, endpoints, business applications, service support, and cybersecurity   Serve as the primary senior-leadership interface for the Data function, engaging leadership on strategy, execution progress, decisions, tradeoffs, risks and resource needs, and establishment of steering and decision forums   Monitor, troubleshoot and optimize systems and services    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS  Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems, bioinformatics or related discipline; an advanced degree or equivalent professional experience is preferred   10+ years of progressive experience across data