McKesson · 3 days ago
Director Technology Innovation & Architecture
Irving, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$155K/yr - $259K/yr
12+ years expMcKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. The Director Technology Innovation & Architecture is a strategic leadership role responsible for establishing and governing architecture practices across the organization, ensuring alignment between business goals and IT strategy, and guiding the design and implementation of scalable technology solutions.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareInformation TechnologyPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Define and evolve the MPS and SLX architecture strategy to support core optimization, growth, and innovation
Lead the development of multi-year roadmaps for cloud adoption, infrastructure modernization, AI/ML training and implementation, and application portfolio optimization
Partner with senior business and IT leaders to align technology investments with strategic priorities
Establish and lead architecture governance frameworks, standards, and processes
Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational requirements
Drive consistency and reuse across platforms, applications, and services managing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Architecture Review Boards (ARB)
Build and lead a high-performing team of architects and domain specialists
Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability
Mentor and develop talent across the architecture function
Oversee cloud strategy including hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Guide infrastructure modernization efforts including network, compute, and storage
Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to inform strategic decisions
Drive execution to modernize EnterpriseRX product including planning, design, development, testing, and deployment
Provide architectural oversight for enterprise application development and integration
Promote API-first, microservices, and DevSecOps practices
Promote AI/ML best practices from a SDLC, agent, and tool implementation perspective
Support agile delivery models and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Degree or equivalent experience
Typically requires 12+ years of professional experience and 4+ years of management experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred
Master's degree a plus
Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, or similar are a plus
12+ years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, IT strategy, or technology leadership preferred
4+ years of management experience
Proven experience leading architecture functions in large, complex organizations
Deep expertise in cloud platforms, infrastructure, and modern application development
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Candidates must be authorized to work in USA
Must maintain a regular presence in Las Colinas, TX HQ
Preferred
3+ years experience understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks preferred
Prior Healthcare strategy: ability to evaluate industry trends, regulatory, stakeholders, economic drivers and policy, develops long-term implications and recommending pragmatic strategies for new opportunities preferred
Communication skills: develops rapport and credibility across the organization, promotes ideas and proposals persuasively
Business/Financial Acumen
Analysis/Problem Solving /Negotiation
Self-motivated and demonstrates personal commitment and drive to meet or exceed objectives
Strong organization skills to execute on job expectations and priorities
Consultative selling/negotiation skills with the proven ability to build lasting customer relationships with a focus on facilitating trust and open communication
Influential communicator with focus on active listening and customizing messages appropriately for differing audiences
Must be able to identify individual customers' needs and provide solutions based on those needs
Must be a team player and have a demonstrated history of leadership within a team environment
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to successfully navigate a complex ever changing work environment
Experience in the retail/distribution, healthcare delivery, pharmacy, benefits or insurance industry helpful and preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Annual bonus
Long-term incentive opportunities
Company
McKesson
McKesson distributes medical supplies, information technology, and care management products and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1994-11-18IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Tyler
CEO
Jim McAuliffe
CFO
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