Senior Application Support Consultant -FHIR , SQL , API's ( REST )

IQVIA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 220,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Technical Consultant to act as a strategic advisor and technical expert in the nphies ecosystem within Saudi Arabia. You will guide FHIR/HL7 interoperability, design architectures for data exchange, and lead cross-functional teams to implement scalable healthcare solutions.

You will collaborate with clients to assess needs, perform gap analyses, and ensure regulatory alignment. Strong Arabic and English communication, plus 9+ years in Health Tech, are essential for success.

Qualifications

• BSc in Software Eng, MIS or CS.
• 9+ years in Health Tech.
• Experience with health IT: HIE/HIS, payer-provider.
• Strong FHIR and HL7 interoperability knowledge.
• Experience in solution architecture and system integration.
• Proficient in .NET and Java backend/frontend.
• Strong Oracle and SQL skills.
• Solid project management and delivery oversight.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder communication.
• Experience in business analysis and requirement gathering.
• Familiarity with nphies platform is a plus.
• Arabic native; fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on FHIR standards, HL7 protocols, and interoperability.
• Advise on integrating nphies requirements into existing systems.
• Stay current with regulatory updates and digital health trends in Saudi Arabia.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand goals and requirements.
• Conduct gap analysis and tailor interoperability solutions.
• Test and verify production releases.
• Design and review architectures for FHIR-based data exchange and nphies compliance.
• Recommend integration strategies for HIS, HIE, payer and provider systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and reduce costs.
• Support automation and digitalization of financial health services.
• Recommend tools and technologies for scalable data management.
• Support cloud, API, and microservices adoption.
• Collaborate with BA, Dev, QA, Delivery for alignment.
• Act as SME for nphies initiatives and training.
• Support documentation and knowledge transfer sessions.

Skills

FHIR standards

Healthcare interoperability

Solution architecture

System integration

Enterprise platforms

.NET/Java development

Oracle/SQL

Project management

Client-facing communication

Business analysis

Arabic (native)

English (fluent)

Education

BSc in Software Engineering, MIS or CS

Tools

.NET

Java

SQL

Oracle DB

Job description

The Technical Consultant will serve as a strategic advisor and technical expert supporting the client’s initiatives within the nphies ecosystem. This role demands a deep understanding of healthcare interoperability standards, particularly FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources), and the broader Saudi healthcare landscape, including payer-provider systems, financial health services, and digital transformation goals.

The consultant will work closely with cross-functional teams—technical, business, and delivery—to ensure successful implementation, integration, and optimization of healthcare solutions aligned with nphies standards and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Domain Expertise & Advisory:

Provide expert guidance on FHIR standards, HL7 protocols, and healthcare interoperability.

Advise on best practices for integrating nphies requirements into existing healthcare systems.

Stay current with regulatory updates and digital health trends in Saudi Arabia.

Client Engagement & Needs Assessment

Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand strategic goals, operational challenges, and technical requirements.

Conduct gap analysis and recommend tailored solutions for interoperability, data exchange, and financial workflows.

Test and verify the the production releases on production and at early stages.

Solution Architecture & Integration

Design and review system architectures that support FHIR-based data exchange and nphies compliance.

Recommend integration strategies for HIS, HIE, payer systems, and provider platforms.

Process Optimization

Identify opportunities to streamline healthcare operations, reduce costs, and improve data accuracy and accessibility.

Support automation and digitalization of financial health services.

Technology Enablement

Recommend tools, platforms, and technologies that support scalable and secure healthcare data management.

Support adoption of cloud-based solutions, APIs, and microservices architectures.

Cross-Team Collaboration

Work closely with Business Analysts, Developers, QA, and Delivery teams to ensure functional alignment and successful rollout.

Participate in solution reviews, testing, and validation of new functionalities.

Subject Matter Expertise

Act as a trusted SME for nphies-related initiatives, providing insights and training to internal and client teams.

Support documentation, workshops, and knowledge transfer sessions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bsc. Degree in Software Engineering, MIS or Computer Science.
• 9+ years experience in Health Tech industry.
• Proven experience in healthcare IT systems (HIE, HIS, payer-provider platforms).
• Strong understanding of FHIR, HL7, and healthcare interoperability frameworks.
• Experience with solution architecture, system integration, and enterprise platforms.
• Strong background in software development (.NET, Java, backend/frontend technologies).
• Strong Oracle and SQL Skills
• Strong project management and delivery oversight capabilities.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder communication skills.
• Solid experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and documentation.
• Familiarity with nphies platform, standards, and operational models is a significant advantage.
• Arabic Native is mandatory, Fluency in English;

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.