Data Software Solution Architect

Job Family :

IT Architecture/Cloud

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

None

What You Will Do :

The Data Software Solution Architecture Engineer plays a critical role in designing and implementing scalable modularized software solutions for biopharma clients. Operating within the data science and technology domain this position collaborates closely with data engineers and full stack developers under the guidance of a data science lead. Success in this role is defined by the ability to architect robust digital platforms that meet complex business requirements ensure compliance and drive innovation in life sciences.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design and develop enterprise-level solution architectures for data-driven software platforms.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical requirements and system designs.

• Lead the selection and integration of cloud platforms (Azure AWS) and containerization technologies (Docker Kubernetes).

• Define and implement microservices architectures and API strategies for scalable interoperable solutions.

• Ensure data modeling distributed systems and integration patterns align with industry best practices.

• Oversee DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines to support efficient development and deployment.

• Maintain security and compliance standards (GDPR HIPAA) throughout the software lifecycle.

• Optimize system performance and reliability through continuous monitoring and improvement.

• Document architectural decisions and provide technical guidance to project teams.

What You Will Need :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in solution architecture preferably within the life sciences or healthcare sector.

• Proven expertise in solution design enterprise architecture frameworks and cloud platforms.

• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture API design data modeling and distributed systems.

• Experience working with claims data and building composite models describing health care patterns through payer provider and patient lenses.

• Proficiency in DevOps practices (CI/CD) containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and integration approaches.

• Strong familiarity with Databricks Dataiku or other cloud data pipeline management software.

• Excellent problem-solving skills attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.

• Certifications in cloud architecture (AWS Certified Solutions Architect Azure Solutions Architect Expert) or enterprise architecture (TOGAF).

• Experience in the biopharma industry or life sciences consulting environment.

• Strong familiarity with python R and Javascript.

The annual salary range for this position is $130000.00-$216000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill sets experience and training security clearances licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical Rx Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance Legal Assistance and ID theft protection etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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