Global Health Technology Lead for GCP

Accenture • Kirkland, WA

16d

About The Position

We Are A leading partner to the world’s major cloud providers, including AWS, Azure, and Google. The formation of Accenture Cloud First, with a $3 billion investment over three years, demonstrates our commitment to deliver greater value to our clients when they need it most and offers huge growth opportunities for you! Our Cloud First group of more than 70,000 cloud professionals delivers a full stack of integrated cloud capabilities across data, edge, integrated infrastructure and applications, deep ecosystem skills, culture of change along with a deep industry expertise to shape, move, build and operate our clients’ businesses in the cloud. To accelerate our customers transformation leveraging cloud, we combine world-class learning and talent development expertise; deep experience in cloud change management; and cloud-ready operating models with a commitment to responsible business by design — with security, data privacy, responsible use of artificial intelligence, sustainability and ethics and compliance built into the fundamental changes Accenture helps companies achieve. About the Accenture Google Cloud Business Group (AGBG) We are the Accenture Google Business Group (AGBG), a team of innovators and builders changing the world with the most advanced cloud-native solutions on the planet. As part of Accenture’s $3B investment in Cloud First, we deliver the promise of technology and human ingenuity, helping our clients navigate their most significant transformations. If you are passionate about solving exciting problems and shaping the future of technology, we would love to talk with you. You Are We are seeking a visionary Health Industry Leader to spearhead the transformation of healthcare and life sciences organizations through the strategic application of Google Cloud's Data, AI, and agentic technologies. The ideal candidate will combine deep industry expertise with a passion for technology's potential to solve some of the most pressing challenges in health. The Work This executive role is dedicated to empowering providers, payers, pharmaceutical companies, and research institutions to improve patient outcomes, accelerate scientific discovery, and create more efficient, accessible health systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Health Informatics, Public Health, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or Business Administration or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in a senior leadership role within the healthcare or life sciences industry (e.g., at a provider, payer, pharma/biotech company) or as a technology leader serving these industries.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience and proven track record of leading large-scale technology-driven transformation projects.
• Deep understanding of health data, industry-specific regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and the clinical, research, or operational workflows of health organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (e.g., MD, PhD, MPH, MBA).
• Direct, hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and its data, analytics, and AI/ML services.
• Demonstrated success in deploying AI/ML solutions in a regulated healthcare or life sciences environment (e.g., for medical imaging, genomics, real-world evidence, or clinical trial optimization).
• Established network of executive-level relationships across the health and life sciences ecosystem.
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with experience as a public speaker and industry evangelist.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Industry Leadership: You will be responsible for defining and executing the comprehensive go-to-market strategy for Google Cloud across the entire health ecosystem. This involves acting as the senior voice of the industry within Google, translating the complex needs of providers, payers, and life sciences organizations into actionable strategies for our product, engineering, and research teams. You will guide our long-term vision for health, ensuring Google Cloud is positioned as the definitive platform for innovation and transformation in the sector.
• Health and Life Sciences Transformation: As a trusted advisor to C-level executives at leading health systems, insurance companies, and biopharma organizations, you will guide them through their digital transformation journey. You will lead the development of groundbreaking solutions that leverage Google Cloud to address critical industry challenges, such as enabling clinical decision support, personalizing patient engagement, accelerating drug discovery and clinical trials, and optimizing population health management.
• Data, AI, and Agentic Innovation: You will drive the application of Google's most advanced technologies to the health industry's unique challenges. This includes championing the use of our data platform to unify disparate data sources (EHR, imaging, genomics, claims) in a secure and compliant manner. You will spearhead the use of AI and machine learning to derive novel insights from this data, powering everything from medical imaging analysis and genomic research to operational predictions. Furthermore, you will lead the charge in deploying intelligent agents to reduce administrative burden, guide clinicians, and create more intuitive experiences for patients.
• Compliance, Security, and Trust: The foundation of all work in the health industry is trust. You will be the ultimate champion for security and compliance, ensuring our solutions and customer implementations adhere to the highest standards, including HIPAA, GxP, and other global regulations. You will lead our efforts in promoting the ethical and equitable use of AI in healthcare, working with customers and policymakers to build frameworks that ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Ecosystem and Thought Leadership: You will be responsible for building and nurturing a vibrant ecosystem of partners, including EMR/EHR vendors, medical device manufacturers, research institutions, and leading system integrators. By fostering deep technical and business alignment, you will ensure our customers have access to end-to-end solutions. As the public face of Google Cloud for Health, you will serve as a prominent thought leader, speaking at major industry events, engaging with policy-makers, and articulating Google's vision for the future of health.

Benefits

• Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive