McKesson

Lead Data Architect (Healthcare)

McKesson • $147K — $246K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant experience; less if holding a Master's/Doctorate.
  • 10+ years in technology roles with significant architectural experience in complex enterprises.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (Azure, Databricks), multi-cloud architectures, and data governance.
  • Strong proficiency in data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical) with relevant tools.
  • Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB) and ETL pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Define technical strategy and architecture standards for enterprise-scale data solutions.
  • Oversee the architectural execution of innovative data solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Mentor teams on modern architecture and cloud best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and industry security standards.
  • Collaborate with governance teams to integrate metadata management and lineage.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of data architecture, data dictionaries, and flow diagrams.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a minimum of two days per week on-site at Las Colinas office.
  • Access to a competitive compensation package, including potential bonuses and incentives.
  • Opportunities for career development and training within a large healthcare organization.
Full Job Description
MomentimRx is advancing a modern healthcare data platform and digital products to accelerate innovation and improve patient health outcomes. The Lead Data Architect will lead the design and execution of enterprise-scale, secure, and scalable data solutions, shaping the next-generation healthcare data capabilities at McKesson. This role partners with business and technology leaders to define architectural strategy, drive interoperability, and enable AI/ML and analytics-ready environments. Key Responsibilities
  • Architecture Leadership: Define technical strategy, architecture standards, and long term roadmap; lead design and planning for new platforms, products, and services; establish enterprise-wide best practices and reusable patterns.
  • Technology Innovation & Delivery: Oversee architectural execution of enterprise scale data solutions
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative, business-aligned solutions; mentor teams on modern architecture and cloud-native practices.
  • Governance, Security & Compliance: Provide technical governance through architecture review boards and standards enforcement
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and enterprise security standards; embed data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance in all data architecture designs.
  • Partner closely with Compliance, Privacy, and Enterprise Governance teams to define and execute a holistic data strategy aligned with regulatory requirements and enterprise risk posture.
  • Data Strategy & Governance Integration: Work in close collaboration with Data
  • Governance organizations to operationalize metadata management and lineage by integrating enterprise data assets with governance platforms such as Alation.
  • Ensure consistent capture, enrichment, and stewardship of metadata across data platforms to support discoverability, lineage, data quality, and auditability.
  • Documentation & Standards: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of data architecture, data dictionaries, and data flow diagrams; ensure consistency, traceability, and quality across platforms.


Minimum Requirement
  • Degree or equivalent and typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience. Less years required if has relevant Master's or Doctorate qualifications.


Critical Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years in technology roles with significant architecture experience in complex enterprises.
  • Cloud & Data Platforms: Expertise in Azure, Databricks, multi-cloud architectures, data lakes/lakehouses, real-time streaming, Unity Catalog, and modern data governance frameworks.


Data Architecture & Engineering
  • Strong proficiency in data modeling techniques (conceptual, logical, physical) and experience with data modeling tools.
  • Advanced data modeling, normalization, ETL/ELT pipeline design, and batch/streaming architectures.
  • Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB).
  • Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data quality management, and master data management (MDM) principles.
  • Integration of external data sources, SFTP-based ETL, and real-time pipelines.
  • Experience integrating metadata and lineage into enterprise data governance platforms (e.g., Alation) to enable discoverability, auditability, and data quality across the organization.
  • Interoperability & Standards: SOA modernization, service-based architectures,
  • OAuth2/OIDC/SMART/RBAC/ABAC; deep understanding of healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR, ICD-10) and HIPAA compliance.
  • AI & Analytics Enablement: Architecting ML/AI-ready environments and real-time analytics platforms.
  • DevOps & Platform Enablement: CI/CD pipelines, automated deployment, GitHub version control.
  • Healthcare Domain Expertise: EMR systems, claims processing, MDM, and IQVIA or similar healthcare datasets.


Non-Technical Competencies
  • Ability to align diverse stakeholders around a clear and compelling technical vision.
  • Strong analytical skills to solve complex, cross-functional enterprise challenges.
  • Proven ability to balance business priorities, technical constraints, and risk management.
  • Excellent communicator capable of influencing audiences from engineers to senior executives.
  • Experience participating in and leading architecture review boards and defining reusable enterprise patterns.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to guide long-term platform and capability evolution.
  • Demonstrates collaboration, accountability, and a team-first mindset.
  • Deep understanding of the healthcare industry, enterprise risk management, and regulatory considerations.
  • Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Compliance, Privacy, and Governance stakeholders to drive enterprise data strategy and embed policy-driven governance controls into architecture designs.
  • Startup experience (2+ years) strongly preferred.


This role is a hybrid position. The selected candidate is expected to work on-site at our Las Colinas office a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific in-office days may be designated based on team needs and business priorities.

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

$147,800 - $246,400

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.

McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
NASDAQ
MCK
* Ladders Estimates

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