Full-Time

Principal Data/Information Architect

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CVS Health

CVS Health

10,001+ employees

Comprehensive pharmacy and healthcare services

Healthcare
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$144.2k - $288.4kAnnually

+ Bonus + Commission + Equity Award Program

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Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Dallas, TX, USA

Category
Data Management
Data Science
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Airflow
NoSQL
BigQuery
Apache Spark
SQL
Apache Kafka
Development Operations (DevOps)
Data Analysis
Google Cloud Platform

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, and managing large-scale data architectures, including data lakes, data warehouses and cloud environments (Azure, preferably Google Cloud)
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud native-data architectures, data integration, API-base data integration, ELT/ETL, batch, and real-time data processing. Expertise in cloud design and architecture (Azure, AWS, preferably GCP) to deliver large-scale distributed solutions.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align data/information architecture strategies with business objectives.
  • Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and fostering data-driven culture.
  • 8+ years of experience in Python and modern data platforms like BigQuery, Spark, Cloud SQL, DataProc, Cloud Storage & Dataflow/Data Fusion.
  • 8+ years of experience in SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud databases, and data streaming technologies (Kafka).
  • 8+ years of experience in orchestration tools (Airflow, Cloud Composer) and experience in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and implementation of end-to-end scalable, secure, and efficient data/information architectures across the PSS Data LOB.
  • Develop strategies for data storage, integration, and retrieval across structured and unstructured data systems.
  • Establish data models and architecture that support data lakes, data warehouses, and cloud-based systems.
  • Drive architecture reviews, identify gaps and recommend design improvements.
  • Design solutions that enable the seamless data flow between source systems, applications, and cloud platforms.
  • Guide data lifecycle management, from data collection, processing, storage, archival and disposal.
  • Develop real-time and batch processing solutions that enables effective analytics and reporting.
  • Foster data integration and interoperability, enabling seamless data sharing by solving complex data integration problems using optimal ETL patterns, frameworks, and query techniques.
  • Collaborate with data engineering, BI, analytics, and data science teams to ensure data architecture supports business needs.
  • Lead the development of data models and architectures that empower business users to derive actionable insights.
  • Providing leadership in assembling reference architectures to support cloud migration and cloud-native applications.
  • Develop and maintain architecture design documents, roadmaps design patterns, and use-case driven designs.
  • Provide oversight from project inception to delivery, guiding data engineers, BI engineers, data modelers, and architects.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies data/information architecture, cloud computing, big data, analytics, and AI.
  • Lead build vs buy analysis and recommend tools and technologies based on qualitative and quantitative evaluations.
  • Oversee proofs-of-concept and deep-dives into partner technologies.
  • Work with business leaders, data stewards, security, digital, and engineering teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Mentor and coach data engineers and architects and contribute data governance, ensuring data integrity, quality, security, and compliance.
  • Ensure data/information architectures meet security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
  • Implement robust data security frameworks, including encryption, data masking, and access controls.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities to reduce costs through simplification, configurability, and reduction of technical debt.
Desired Qualifications
  • In-depth knowledge of data management, data governance frameworks, data cataloging, and master data management.
  • Hands-on coding experience in data integration technologies (on-prem & cloud) and modern technology stacks (Cloud, DevOps, Kafka, etc.)
  • In-depth experience with security frameworks, including encryption, access controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skilled in enterprise tools (DevSecOps, DataOps), agile methodologies, and product-driven approaches for rapid development and iteration of data architectures to meet evolving business needs.
  • Familiar with data frameworks such as Data Fabric, Data Mesh, Data Lakehouse, Lambda architectures.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to complex data and analytics challenges.
  • Proven experience in driving adoption of cloud-native/cloud-first architectures.
  • Excellent communication skills, engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong Knowledge in BI Tools MicroStrategy, Tableau, Thoughtspot and PowerBI.
  • Proven leadership in data modernization or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Experience in regulated industries with compliance requirements.
  • Healthcare/PBM industry experience *strongly* preferred.

CVS Health operates a large network of retail pharmacies and walk-in medical clinics across the United States, providing a variety of health-related products and services. Their offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter health products, and beauty items, as well as pharmacy benefits management for over 75 million plan members and specialty pharmacy services. This integrated approach allows CVS Health to deliver affordable health management solutions, improving access to quality care and health outcomes while aiming to reduce overall healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, CVS Health combines retail pharmacy services with clinical care, making it a significant player in the healthcare sector focused on helping individuals and communities achieve better health.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expansion offers CVS Health growth opportunities in virtual care services.
  • AI in pharmacy operations can improve CVS Health's efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Health and wellness apps provide CVS Health avenues to engage customers and improve outcomes.

What critics are saying

  • DOJ legal challenges over opioid prescriptions could harm CVS Health's reputation and finances.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities, highlighted by the Horizon Milk recall, may impact consumer trust.
  • Competition from retailers like Walmart and Amazon could affect CVS's market share in CRC tests.

What makes CVS Health unique

  • CVS Health operates over 9,600 retail pharmacies and 1,100 walk-in clinics nationwide.
  • The company integrates pharmacy benefits management with specialty pharmacy services for comprehensive care.
  • CVS Health offers a wide range of health products, enhancing accessibility and affordability.

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