Principal Solutions Architect, Pharmacy (Remote)

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Principal Solutions Architect to lead the strategic technology direction for its Pharmacy business. This remote role involves designing innovative solutions to complex business challenges, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, and guiding IT project teams through major transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecture and integration, along with a strong understanding of emerging technologies like cloud and AI/ML. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and contribute to shaping the future of pharmacy solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience as an infrastructure architect.
• Experience with Pharmacy Benefit Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution architecture for large portfolios and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
• Define components and integration architecture for complex projects.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Integration Architecture

Communication Skills

Leadership

Emerging Technologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in related field

Job description

Principal Solutions Architect, Pharmacy (Remote)

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Role Overview

The Principal Solutions Architect is responsible for establishing strategic technology direction and creating solution architecture for the Pharmacy business, including Pharmacy Benefit Management implementations and complex integrations. The role involves designing technical solutions for complex business problems, aligning with technology standards, and providing strategic oversight during major transformation initiatives. The architect will guide IT project teams to deliver key solutions effectively.

Key Responsibilities

1. Translate business strategy into solution architecture: Lead solution architecture for large portfolios, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and clear communication of technical vision.
2. Lead solutions design and analysis: Define components, subsystems, and integration architecture for complex projects, ensuring seamless application integration within the ecosystem.
3. Orchestrate solution delivery: Communicate and ensure implementation of architecture, define governance activities, and support architecture enablers.
4. Drive business value through collaboration: Partner with project and product managers, and provide consulting to ensure project alignment with enterprise architecture.
5. Maintain industry and technology expertise: Stay updated on industry best practices, evaluate emerging technologies, and develop future architecture strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 10 years experience as an infrastructure architect.
• Preferred: Master's degree in related field, experience with large-scale systems, Pharmacy Benefit Management, and ability to communicate complex tech topics to diverse audiences.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong development and integration experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Leadership in managing complex projects.
• Deep knowledge of solution and integration architecture.
• Understanding of emerging technologies like cloud, big data, AI/ML, etc.

Additional Details

Salary Range: $150,000 - $225,000

Position does not have direct reports but involves guiding and mentoring staff. Considered a Senior Technology Leader.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.