Lead Solutions Architect - HR Technology & AI

CVS Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Lead Solutions Architect to design and develop HR Technology domain architecture, aligning with enterprise standards. You will lead end-to-end solution efforts, perform Buy vs Build analyses, and drive architecture reviews while guiding application leads through complex technology landscapes.

The role requires 10+ years in software design, 8+ in enterprise architecture, and extensive cloud, data, and security experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' hands-on experience with Software design and development.
• 8+ years' SME level technical skills in application, data, integration, and security architecture design.
• 4+ years' experience with Enterprise architecture and system design (planning, delivering & supporting solutions).
• 2+ years' experience with SaaS/PaaS Platforms (Workday, Oracle Cloud, UKG, MuleSoft, Boomi, OIC).
• 2+ years' experience with modern integration technologies (e.g., Kafka).
• 2+ years' experience with security frameworks and SSO/OAuth/SAML/OIDC.
• 2+ years' experience with Microservices & APIs, and container deployment patterns.

Responsibilities

• End to End Solution: design & build HR Tech solutions with leadership oversight.
• Buy vs Build analysis based on qualitative/quantitative factors.
• Architecture reviews and gap identification with design changes.
• Identify apps optimization needs and integration profiles.
• Lead proofs-of-concepts and technolgy deep-dives for partner tech.
• Clear technical roadblocks with application development teams.
• Drive cost efficiencies through simplicity and reducing debt.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define architectural vision & roadmap.
• Engage with business users and tech teams to align solutions with business goals.
• Participate in governance, reviews, and adoption of new tools/tech.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud architecture

Security & SSO

Microservices & APIs

Container platforms

Observability

Kubernetes

Data integration

SaaS/PaaS familiarity

GCP/AWS/Azure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certifications preferred

Tools

Workday

Oracle Cloud

WorkBrain

UKG

MuleSoft

Boomi

OIC

Kafka

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The Lead Solutions Architect will design and develop HR Technology domain architecture (integrated process, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards.

Responsibilities Include:

• Performing technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications.
• Developing specifications for new products/services, applications and service offerings.
• Assessing the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies.

What you will do:

• End to End Solution : Accountability and oversight for designing & building solutions for HR Technology from cradle to grave by providing leadership and oversight to tech leads who are intimately familiar with the application.
• Buy vs Build Analysis : Able to perform Buy vs Build analysis based on the qualitative and quantitative analysis across the available options to provide a final recommendation based on the rationale.
• Architecture and design reviews : Play a key role in architecture design reviews and identify gaps and recommend design changes.
• Application profile identification : Leverage significant technical expertise and domain knowledge to identify apps optimization needs.
• Proof of concept technology support : Lead and drive proofs-of-concepts and technology deep-dives specific to partner technologies.
• “Whatever it takes” attitude to help clear technical roadblocks: Advise and assist Application development teams with technical roadblocks such as performance challenges within a solution.
• Recommend or assess opportunities to drive cost efficiencies aimed at simplicity, configurability and eventual elimination of technical debt associated with applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the architectural vision, strategy, and roadmap for the organization.
• Engage with business users, technology teams, and leadership to understand their needs, gathering requirements to ensure alignment between architectural solutions and business objectives.
• Participate in architecture reviews, provide recommendations, and oversee the implementation of governance frameworks.
• Evaluate emerging products & technologies , tools, and frameworks to support domain architectural decisions and provide recommendations for technology adoption.
• Encourage knowledge sharing , identify opportunities for enhancing architectural processes and methodologies, and support professional development initiatives for the architectural team.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years' hands-on experience with Software design and development
• 8+ years' SME level technical skills in application, data, integration, and security architecture design
• 4+ years' experience with Enterprise architecture and system design (including executing, planning, delivering & supporting solutions)
• 4+ years' experience with Public Cloud (prefer GCP; open to AWS or Azure)
• 4+ years' experience with both SQL and NoSQL database technologies as well as Cloud database technologies
• 2+ years' experience with SaaS/PaaS Platforms, e.g. Workday, Oracle Cloud, WorkBrain, UKG, MuleSoft, Boomi, OIC etc.
• 2+ years' experience working with technologies that work as glue between modern applications and legacy platforms e.g. Kafka
• 2+ years' experience with Security framework and SSO, OAuth/SAML/OIDC-based authentication
• 2+ years' experience working with Micro services Architecture & APIs
• 2+ years' experience working with Container Platform and deployment patterns
• 1+ year experience with observability and implementation techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• GCP Architect cloud certification
• SaaS Product certification
• Design & Building Apps with AI capabilities integrating to LLM’s
• Understanding of AI Apps implementation patterns and Agentic AI frameworks
• Experience or exposure to process automation tools and technologies
• Collaboration, teamwork and growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others)

Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Specialized training/relevant professional certifications preferred

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$106,605.00 - $284,280.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments (https://learn.bswift.com/cvshealth-mainland) .

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/16/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

CVS Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, including Disability/Protected Veteran — committed to diversity in the workplace.