IQVIA

Senior Application Architect

IQVIA$119K — $334K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years in software, application, or product development with architecture responsibilities.
  • Proven experience with enterprise-scale application architectures.
  • Strong expertise in systems design, integration strategies, and business information modeling.
  • Ability to translate business strategies into actionable technology roadmaps.
  • Experience in influencing strategic technology decisions with senior leaders.
  • Strong consulting and communication skills; adept at stakeholder management.
  • Healthcare technology or customer-facing platform experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and governance of enterprise application architecture.
  • Define architecture strategies aligning technology with business objectives.
  • Present architecture recommendations and business cases to senior leaders.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to align technology with operational goals.
  • Guide cross-functional teams in solution design and implementation planning.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on complex technology initiatives.
  • Research and implement emerging technologies to improve business outcomes.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office, 2 remote).
  • Opportunity to influence enterprise technology strategy.
  • Role in large-scale modernization and technology transformation initiatives.
  • Chance to work on critical customer-facing and operational platforms.
  • Scope for mentoring architects and engineers.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Cedar Gate Technologies, an IQVIA business, is seeking a Senior Application Architect to lead the design, development, and evolution of enterprise application architecture that supports strategic business objectives and future technology needs. This role serves as a key technology leader, partnering with business stakeholders, product teams, and executive leadership to define architecture roadmaps, modernize platforms, and deliver scalable solutions that drive business value.

As part of a significant transformation initiative, this position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise technology strategy, guide large-scale modernization efforts, and help shape the future of critical customer-facing and operational platforms. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening business continuity, improving delivery predictability and quality, enabling innovation, and enhancing the overall client experience.

This position supports a strategic enterprise transformation initiative focused on modernizing technology capabilities, enhancing business continuity, improving delivery quality, and driving long-term operational efficiency. The Senior Application Architect will play a critical role in establishing the technology foundation needed to support future growth, innovation, and exceptional client experiences.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Lead the conceptualization, development, implementation, and governance of enterprise application architecture.
  • Define architecture strategies and roadmaps that align technology investments with business objectives.
  • Develop and present business cases, architecture recommendations, and release plans to senior leadership.
  • Partner with business leaders to ensure technology strategies support product and operational goals.
  • Collaborate with product development leadership to align projects with enterprise architecture standards and long-term technology direction.
  • Lead cross-functional teams through solution design, architecture reviews, and implementation planning.
  • Serve as a senior consultant and trusted advisor on complex business and technology initiatives.
  • Research emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve products, platforms, and business outcomes.
  • Sponsor and lead research and development initiatives utilizing established project management practices.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to architects, engineers, and business analysts.
  • Ensure the delivery of scalable, secure, and sustainable technology solutions that support future growth.


Job Location

Burlington, MA (Boston) or Greenwich, CT

Work Arrangement

Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 remote). U.S. residents only; all work must be performed within the United States.

Experience / Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 8 plus years of experience in software development, application development, or product development with significant architecture responsibilities
  • Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale application architectures.
  • Strong expertise in enterprise architecture, business information modeling, systems design, and integration strategies
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into technology solutions and roadmaps
  • Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing strategic technology decisions
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and complex technology initiatives
  • Strong consulting, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Knowledge of modern software development practices, architectural patterns, tools, and technologies
  • Healthcare technology, digital experience, patient experience, or customer-facing platform experience.
  • IT consulting experience is preferred
  • Project or program management experience is preferred
  • Experience leading large-scale application modernization, migration, or digital transformation initiatives is preferred
  • Experience supporting knowledge transfer, organizational transformation, or global delivery models is preferred
  • Experience working within cloud-based and distributed enterprise environments is preferred
  • To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located


The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $119,900.00 - $334,200.00. 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.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

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Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

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Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
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