Hybrid Principal Data Architect bei PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy

7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy 

PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do. 

If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.  

We are seeking team members who: 

Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;

Produce high quality work; 

Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and 

Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases. 

At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.  

Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid or Remote)

Classification: Exempt

Status: Full-Time

Reports to: Vice-President, Analytics and AI

Purpose

The Principal Data Architect is responsible for setting and enforcing standards for data ingestion, data governance, deployment principles, environment scalability and performance, design requirements, coding standards, and implementation rules. The Principal Data Architect plays a critical role in evaluating technology options, aligning technology strategy with business needs, and mentoring the development team to elevate overall team capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains standards for data ingestion, data governance, deployment, scalability, performance, design requirements, coding, and implementation.
• Evaluates and recommends technology solutions to meet current and future business needs.
• Partners with business stakeholders to build technology strategy and roadmap.
• Mentors and guides the development team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure data architecture supports business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Oversees the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure data environments.
• Ensures best practices in data security, privacy, and compliance are integrated into all data solutions.
• Stays current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles.
• Proven expertise in data governance, data modeling, and large-scale data environment design.
• Strong experience with modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and data integration tools.(i.e. Databricks, Snowflake, Python, Azure, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to set technical standards and mentor development teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• Experience in the healthcare or pharmacy industry.

Work Environment

This position works in a professional home or office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading and working with various forms of data on a screen for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits: 

Hybrid, remote and flexible on-site work schedules are available, based on the position.  PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy also affords an excellent benefit package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, 401K with employer matching, employer-paid life insurance and short/long term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program!   Generous paid time off is also available to all full-time employees, as well as limited paid time off for part-time employees.  Of course we offer paid holidays too!

Equal Opportunity:

PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on race, age, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.