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The Sr. IT Architect – Gx Optimization is a strategic technical leader responsible for designing and implementing scalable system architectures that optimize operations in the generic pharmaceutical space. This role collaborates across business and IT teams to ensure technology solutions align with business goals, drive innovation, and support continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performing system architectures for generic pharmaceutical operations.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Lead system enhancements and modernization initiatives.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior architects and developers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery of technology solutions.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in architecture practices.

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of experience in IT architecture roles, preferably in pharmaceutical or healthcare domains.

Critical Skills

• Expertise in scalable architecture design and process optimization.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with system integration and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Deep SQL Server experience (stored procedures, views, functions, table design).
• Exposure to modern cloud database platforms (Azure preferred; GCP acceptable).
• Familiarity with Databricks, MongoDB, and Snowflake is a plus.
• Proficiency in SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)

Please note that only candidates authorized to work in the US will be considered for this position. Sponsorship is not available.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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