Principal Architect

CTH - Must be Green Card or USC and currently located in the DFW area. Principal Architect - Solution Engineering and Automation Roles and Responsibilities Provide technology leadership, solution oversight, and guidance to ensure that the solution adheres to Solution Architecture Guiding Principles and standards while maximizing reuse of technology assets In depth experience in performing Buy vs Build analysis based on the qualitative and quantitative analysis across the available options to provide a final recommendation based on the rationale Play a key leadership role in architecture design reviews and identify gaps and recommend design changes Actively lead and participate in the Architecture community to drive modernization opportunities for the advancement of PBM technology while keeping in mind the complexities of our IT landscape Develop Reference architecture and implementation and provide leadership, coaching and guidance to App Dev, Technology Services and Solutions and EA to develop/assemble PBM-applicable reference architectures for cloud-native applications to be applied to PBM apps targeted for refactor and optimization Advise and assist App development teams with technical roadblocks such as performance challenges within a solution in key strategic initiatives Develop and maintain forward-looking technology roadmaps that anticipate industry trends and position CVS Health as a technology leader Monitor technology developments across industries to identify opportunities for healthcare applications and competitive advantages Architect solutions leveraging advanced AI/ML capabilities, including Generative AI, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, and Predictive Analytics Design and implement automation frameworks that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention Evaluate and integrate cutting-edge development tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance team productivity Partner closely with business unit leaders, technology teams (architecture, data science, engineering), product management, and other stakeholders to drive innovation initiatives forward. Mentor and guide junior architects and engineers in emerging technology adoption and best practices Collaborate with product management, business stakeholders, and external technology partners to align innovation initiatives with business objectives Establish centers of excellence for emerging technologies and lead knowledge sharing initiatives Partner with academic institutions and technology vendors to stay at the forefront of technological advancement Research, evaluate, and recommend adoption of emerging technologies including next-generation AI/ML frameworks depicting a forward-thinking technology strategy Lead and personally conduct technology feasibility studies and develop proof-of-concept solutions and technology demonstrations for emerging technologies, creating tangible examples of potential business value Present and demonstrate emerging technology capabilities to executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams through compelling demos and prototypes Required Qualifications 15+ years in overall design/development experience Extensive expertise in cloud platforms with over 7 years of hands-on experience, primarily in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with solid experience in Azure and familiarity with AWS, including advanced services like serverless computing, container orchestration, and cloud-native databases Technical skills in the following areas: Enterprise Level Platform Service and Integration Expert in Software Architecture/Design patterns especially Domain Driven Architecture and Microservices Expertise in high-level and low-level architectures, technology best practices, technical debt reduction and modernization initiatives. Proficiency in Security, Automation and Observability along with a working knowledge of IT operations Experience in enterprise development tools, SDLC methodologies and Observability platforms Experience working with technologies that serve as integration layers between modern applications and legacy infrastructure, leveraging streaming platforms like Apache Kafka, Apache Pulsar, or similar Proven success influencing major technology decisions and collaborating with leadership and engineering teams Proven experience in automating complex processes and building intelligent automation frameworks. 3+ years hands on experience in implementing RPA (Robotic Process Automation) solutions using platforms such as UiPath and Automation Anywhere 2+ years in hands-on AI/ML (including GenAI) experience and hands-on expertise with automating processes Strong presentation and demonstration skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Experience mentoring technical teams and driving adoption of new technologies across large organizations Proven ability to work collaboratively with business stakeholders to translate emerging technology capabilities into business value Preferred Qualifications Health Care Industry domain knowledge and understanding of healthcare technology challenges and opportunities Experience with healthcare data standards and regulatory compliance requirements Knowledge of digital health trends and emerging healthcare technologies Comprehensive knowledge of storage technologies (SQL/NoSQL) and caching solutions Skilled in building high-performance cloud-native solutions Speaking experience at technology conferences and industry events Participation in open-source projects and technology communities Experience with design thinking methodologies and innovation frameworks/ Education Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or related field - Required Master Degree in Computer Science or related field - Preferred Advanced certifications in cloud platforms (AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Google Cloud Professional Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) - Preferred Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Created: 2025-09-25