Associate Director, Application Architect

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 IQVIA’s 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 lifecycle—from 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

• Bachelor’s 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 Angular.js, Node.js, 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 https://jobs.iqvia.com

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. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $136,800.00 - $254,000.00. 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.