Senior Platform & Systems Architect

Walgreens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Chicago seeks a senior software/solutions architect who conceptualizes design documents to ensure consistency across the Technology organization. You will contribute to defining systems and software architecture and guide complex multi‑component initiatives with independent judgment.

Responsibilities include designing architectures for integrating platforms, guiding architecture decisions, leading a work group, writing test plans, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of leadership in server-side or client-side technologies.
• Experience with architecture concepts and design patterns.
• Ability to influence teams and stakeholders toward technical solutions.
• Experience evaluating financial decisions and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes overall design documents to ensure consistency across the Tech organization.
• Designs and defines system architecture for integrating platforms and cloud apps.
• Leads the daily work of the assigned team and sets priorities.
• Writes test plans and takes operational responsibility for outcomes.
• Collaborates with vendors, customers, and internal teams to improve workflows.

Skills

Leadership experience

Architecture concepts

Java-based solutions

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Technical strategy alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

High school / GED alternative

Tools

Oracle database

SQL

Azure cloud services

Job description

Walgreens in Chicago seeks a senior software/solutions architect who conceptualizes design documents to ensure consistency across the Technology organization. You will contribute to defining systems and software architecture and guide complex multi‑component initiatives with independent judgment.

Responsibilities include designing architectures for integrating platforms, guiding architecture decisions, leading a work group, writing test plans, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to