Director of Data Architecture

$156,200 - $260,400/Yr

McKesson - Irving, TX

Full-time - Senior

Irving, TX

1-10 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that plays a crucial role in healthcare by delivering insights, products, and services that enhance the accessibility and affordability of quality care. The company is committed to the health, happiness, and well-being of its employees and the communities it serves. The Director of Data Architecture position is a pivotal leadership role within McKesson's Pharmaceutical Solutions and Services (PSaS) Decision Intelligence (DI) team, which focuses on facilitating data-driven change and creating business value through data and advanced analytics. This role is essential for developing and executing the data architecture strategy that supports strategic data initiatives. As the Director of Data Architecture, the candidate will be responsible for spearheading the strategic development and continuous refinement of data architecture frameworks. This includes leading the design and implementation efforts to ensure robust, scalable, and integrated data environments across the organization. The role requires a profound expertise in data architecture to analyze, design, and implement complex systems that align with business goals. The candidate will also manage the creation of data design deliverables, including data models, data diagrams, and data flows, while driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in data architecture and engineering. In addition to technical leadership, the Director will build and mentor a team of data architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. Establishing strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders is crucial to ensure that data architectures and strategies comprehensively meet business needs. The role also involves defining and implementing data governance practices and standards to ensure data integrity and compliance across all data systems and platforms. The Director will tackle complex data-related problems with strategic solutions that contribute to long-term business success, providing thought leadership in developing strategies that leverage data assets to drive business innovation and competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the strategic development and continuous refinement of data architecture frameworks.
• Lead the design and implementation efforts to ensure robust, scalable, and integrated data environments across the organization.
• Leverage tools and resources to plan, evaluate, and execute strategic initiatives by mapping relational entities to use cases or business requirements.
• Architect complex data systems that support scalable integration and optimal functioning of business-critical applications.
• Manage the creation of data design deliverables including data models, data diagrams, data flows, and corresponding data dictionary documentation.
• Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in data architecture and engineering.
• Develop innovative solutions that leverage machine learning, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies to transform data handling and analytics.
• Build and mentor a team of data architects and engineers by providing expert guidance and fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Define and implement data governance practices and standards to ensure data integrity and compliance across all data systems and platforms.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of data management technologies to support data security, quality, and efficiency.
• Tackle complex data-related problems with strategic solutions that contribute to long-term business success.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in data architecture, with a solid understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and modern data frameworks (e.g., DataBricks, Snowflake, Azure).
• Exceptional ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams, fostering an environment of accountability and innovation.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop strategies that align with long-term objectives.
• Innovative and creative problem-solving skills capable of handling complex challenges.
• A career history that shows a trajectory of growth to high-level roles through significant contributions to business needs and technical innovations.
• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a preference for advanced degrees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Competitive compensation package including base pay, annual bonus, and long-term incentive opportunities.