Software/Data Architect 2

We are seeking a Software/Data Architect 2 to join IQVIA Laboratories in Durham, NC.

We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development.

Job Summary:

Provide architectural leadership for enterprise data platforms, proof-of-concept solutions, integrations, reporting, analytics, and future AI/ML initiatives. This hybrid role will establish scalable architecture standards and reusable data patterns while supporting the successful delivery of critical technology initiatives and high-profile client solutions.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design, build, test, and deliver proof-of-concept solutions and demonstrations in accordance with approved project plans and technical designs
• Provide architectural leadership across active data, analytics, reporting, and integration initiatives, including LTMS and LabMatrix integrations
• Establish standardized data models, data marts, ETL/ELT patterns, reporting structures, and reusable architecture practices
• Configure standard and custom objects, applications, workflows, approval processes, communities, knowledge articles, reporting, and user license governance
• Maintain proof-of-concept and demonstration environments, including providing post-production support
• Use continuous integration and deployment tools such as SourceTree, Jenkins, and MavenMate to support reliable solution delivery
• Perform system, regression, and user acceptance testing, including test scripting, execution, defect tracking, and validation against technical specifications
• Participate in technical reviews and collaborate with internal teams to develop scope definitions, communication plans, manuals, flowcharts, and other instructional materials

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience
• Three (3) years’ experience in software and/or product development with a focus on architecture
• Broad knowledge of current technologies, tools, and techniques used in software development
• Experience supporting proof-of-concept development, solution configuration, testing, and deployment using continuous integration tools such as SourceTree, Jenkins, or MavenMate
• Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:

• Ability to apply technology to business strategies and use effective consulting skills when working with technical teams, business stakeholders, and clients
• Exposure to enterprise architecture and an understanding of scalable data models, ETL/ELT patterns, integrations, reporting structures, and data platform governance
• Understanding of data lineage, traceability, governance, and auditability requirements within regulated systems
• Ability to review solution scope and translate designs, project plans, and technical specifications into functional proof-of-concept environments
• Strong collaboration, documentation, testing, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with global engineering teams and internal departments while managing multiple concurrent initiatives

What We Offer You:

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees' physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

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If you're looking to unleash your potential, join IQVIA Laboratories to help make the extraordinary possible!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $75,500.00 - $188,800.00. 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.