Senior Director, Technology

Working at Real Chemistry and in the healthcare industry isn’t just a job for us. We got into this field for different reasons, but we all stay for the same reason – to uncover insights, make meaningful connections, infuse creativity, and improve the patient experience by transforming healthcare through AI and ideas.

Real Chemistry creates the world around modern therapies with over 2,000 talented professionals, and for the last 20+ years has, carved out its space at the intersection between healthcare, marketing and communications, data & AI, and the people at the heart of it all. We work with the top 30 pharma and biotech companies and are built for uncommon collaboration—we believe we are best together, bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines collaborate without barriers under a single, unified mission: to transform what healthcare is to what it should be. This one-of-a-kind model allows us to work in a way that better reflects how people experience healthcare—all with the intent to transform healthcare from what it is to what it should be. But we can’t do it alone – you in?

About starpower

starpower is an Influencer and Culture Marketing Agency powered by Technology. Strategy and Creative.  The starpower team creates effective Pop Culture partnerships by aligning industry-leading strategies, with our unique network.  We specialize in partnering with brands to break through the noise and drive results that resonate with consumers. 

In 2020, starpower was acquired by Real Chemistry.  To learn more about starpower and the partnership with Real Chemistry (formerly W2O Group), please see here:  www.starpowerllc.com

Job Overview

Real Chemistry is looking for a Senior Director, Influencer Technology & Platform Strategy

to join our growing team!  

Reporting directly to the VP of Digital and Innovation, the Senior Director, Influencer Technology & Platform Strategy, you will play a crucial role in building and steering starpower’s technical evolution, with a focus on advancing digital platform capabilities and driving innovation to ensure operational excellence across our influencer marketing initiatives.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and build strategic technology initiatives (platforms and process) to enhance operational efficiency, optimize campaign outcomes, and ensure accuracy in reporting.

• Support the advancement of measurement and evaluation (M&E) automation, including integration of new technologies to enhance reporting capabilities and drive efficiencies.

• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, tools, and platforms, and explore new solutions to advance starpower’s influencer marketing capabilities.

• Collaborate to identify and implement technology optimizations that support the broader business objectives of starpower and starpower clients.

• Serve as a resource and technology advisor to starpower account teams, equipping them with the necessary tools, processes, and insights to maximize performance.

• Oversee the development and implementation of API and data integrations to build and scale owned databases, ensuring seamless data flow and system interoperability across platforms.

• Develop and maintain business, functional, and technical requirements and processes for data automation and centralization between platforms

• Lead, mentor, and manage a junior team of technology professionals, fostering their development in technology strategy and execution.

• Cultivate, own, and manage relationships with key technology vendors and platforms to ensure optimal performance and alignment with starpower’s goals.

• Support new business strategy and development by leveraging technology solutions to drive innovation, efficiency, and measurable results.

This position is a perfect fit for you if: 

• ​Our Company values – Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you. 

• You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We’re always evolving. 

• You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data. 

• You are highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines. 

What you should have:

• 10+ years of experience in a technology leadership role with a strong emphasis on data automation, integrations, and measurement systems, ideally within digital marketing, advertising, or influencer marketing.

• Proven track record of leading and executing large-scale technology initiatives, particularly around automation, data integration, and platform optimization.

• Expertise in managing and optimizing technology platforms, tools, and integrations to drive operational excellence and business growth.

• Experience with influencer marketing platforms, data-driven reporting systems, and leveraging technology to deliver insights.

• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to delve system architecture and data integration details.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts in an easily digestible manner to varied audiences, from internal teams to clients and partners.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing and developing high-performing teams, with a focus on mentorship and skill development.

• Comfortable with understanding and developing functional, business, and technical requirements for digital product

• Deep understanding of marketing technology trends, tools, and best practices.

• Proven experience in supporting new business initiatives through technology-driven insights and innovative solutions.

Who You Are

• Strategic: You see the big picture and define the technology roadmap that aligns with business goals.

• Innovative: You’re always curious about what’s next, looking for new technologies and platforms that can drive the next wave of growth and efficiency.

• Analytical: You are data-driven, using insights to inform decisions and optimize processes.

• Collaborative: You work across teams to ensure technology solutions meet the needs of both internal teams and external clients.

• Mentor: You guide and inspire junior team members to grow and develop their technical expertise.

• Adaptable: You thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic environment and embrace change as an opportunity for innovation.

Pay Range: $150,000.00-$200,000.00
This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting.  Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. 

Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here.

Working with HART: Since the pandemic, we have adapted to how our people told us they want to work. We have offices in cities with many employees and clients – New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Manchester, UK and London, UK – that serve as hubs where and when they need us, and we encourage employees who live less than a 45-minute commute of a Real Chemistry office to go in at least two days per week. Outside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture and learning opportunities. We call this our Hybrid and Regional Teams approach. Real Chemistry believes we are best together – and our workplace strategy fosters connection and collaboration in person – but also supports flexibility for our people.

Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, including options for medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401k match, flexible PTO, and entitlement to a five-week sabbatical program after 5 years of service. Other perks include student loan debt contributions, mental wellness coaching and support, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Additional benefits for those just starting or continuing with their family building journey include access to enhanced fertility support, Bright Horizons family support programs, as well as expanded paid leave for new parents including personalized coaching support through Your 4th Trimester ®. Learn more about our great benefits and perks at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com

Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.