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Position SummaryThe Sr. Director of Research and Development is responsible for leading and managing the software development function within the organization. This role oversees the strategic direction, planning, execution, and delivery of software products and solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. The Sr. Director provides visionary leadership to development teams, fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, and drives continuous improvement in processes and technologies.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy- Define and evolve the MPS and SLX architecture strategy to support core optimization, growth, and innovation
- Lead the development of multi-year roadmaps for cloud adoption, infrastructure modernization, AI/ML training and implementation, and application portfolio optimization
- Partner with senior business and IT leaders to align technology investments with strategic priorities
Application Development & Integration- Drive execution to modernize EnterpriseRX product including planning, design, development, testing, and deployment
- Provide architectural oversight for enterprise application development and integration
- Promote API-first, microservices, and DevSecOps practices
- Promote AI/ML best practices from a SDLC, agent, and tool implementation perspective
- Support agile delivery models and continuous improvement initiatives
Team Leadership & Development- Build and lead a high-performing team of architects and domain specialists
- Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability
- Mentor and develop talent across the architecture function
- Responsible for overseeing vendor execution, managing SLAs, and outcomes
Cloud & Application Modernization- Oversee cloud native strategy including hybrid and multi-cloud environments
- Guide infrastructure modernization efforts including network, compute, and storage
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to inform strategic decisions
Minimum RequirementDegree or equivalent experience. Typically requires 13+ years of professional experience and 6+ years of diversified leadership, planning, communication, organization, and people motivation skills (or equivalent experience).
EducationBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Critical Skills- 13+ years of experience in software development, with at least 6+ years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects at scale.
- Strong understanding of modern software development practices, architectures, and technologies (cloud, DevOps, agile, CI/CD, etc.)
- Experience managing budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to include vendor execution, managing SLAs, and outcome
- 3+ years experience in SaaS, cloud-based, or enterprise software environments.
- 3+ years experience understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., PCI, SOC 2).
- 5+ years experience and knowledge of software architecture and design patterns.
- 3+ years experience with healthcare strategy: ability to evaluate industry trends, regulatory, stakeholders, economic drivers and policy, develops long-term implications and recommending pragmatic strategies for new opportunities
Additional Skills- Communication skills: develops rapport and credibility across the organization, promotes ideas and proposals persuasively
- Ability to think strategically and execute tactically in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and drive innovation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills required.
- Business/Financial Acumen
- Analysis/Problem Solving /Negotiation
- Self-motivated and demonstrates personal commitment and drive to meet or exceed objectives.
- Strong organization skills to execute on job expectations and priorities.
- Consultative selling/negotiation skills with the proven ability to build lasting customer relationships with a focus on facilitating trust and open communication.
- Influential communicator with focus on active listening and customizing messages appropriately for differing audiences.
- Must be able to identify individual customers' needs and provide solutions based on those needs.
- Must be a team player and have a demonstrated history of leadership within a team environment.
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to successfully navigate a complex ever changing work environment.
- Experience in the retail/distribution, healthcare delivery, pharmacy, benefits or insurance industry helpful and preferred.
Candidates must be authorized to work in USA. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Work ConditionsOffice Hybrid
Must maintain a regular presence in Las Colinas, TX HQ
This role offers location flexibility and is open to candidates across the United States.
Candidates based in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area will be hired in a
hybrid capacity and are expected to work onsite at our Las Colinas office a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific in-office days may be designated based on team needs and business priorities.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position$174,900 - $291,500
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