Associate Director, Application Architect
Associate Director, Application Architect
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Overview
IQVIA is seeking a visionary technology leader to join our team as an Associate Director Application Architect. This pivotal role will drive enterprise-wide transformation by shaping and executing a forward-thinking IT strategy aligned with IQVIAs global business objectives and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement scalable web and data management platforms in cloud environments (Azure/AWS).
- Own the end-to-end application architecture and ensure alignment with business needs operational goals and cost optimization.
- Design microservices-based solutions with a focus on modularity scalability and maintainability.
- Develop robust secure and well-documented APIs for web applications.
- Translate complex technical solutions into clear communications for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Present business cases and release plans to senior leadership including priority recommendations for architectural evolution.
- Lead the full software development lifecyclefrom requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
- Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to development teams.
- Mentor junior architects and developers.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and trends to optimize systems and reduce development cycles.
- Contribute to the development and enforcement of architectural standards and guidelines.
- Participate in R&D initiatives and manage projects using standard project management practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
- 12 years of experience in IT including 4 years in designing and implementing enterprise web and data management solutions.
- Proven experience with cloud-based enterprise data and web applications.
- Strong background in commercial data management within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Experience leading cross-functional global implementation projects.
- Hands-on experience with MongoDB Snowflake Databricks Docker Kubernetes.
- Proficiency in Azure and/or AWS environments.
- Experience implementing security protocols and Single Sign-On (SSO).
- Understanding of batch processing and business information modeling.
- Broad knowledge of modern software development tools techniques and AI technologies.
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
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. potential base pay range for this role when annualized is $136800.00 - $254000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge skills education and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered incentive plans bonuses and/or other forms of compensation may be offered in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
