Lead Director, Software Development - RxClaim Strategic Programs

CVS Health • Richardson, TX

21d

About The Position

At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Position Summary Would you like to join a Fortune 4 company as a part of our growing Information Technology team? Are you looking for a dynamic leadership opportunity to make a difference? Are you passionate about doing what’s right? Join the CVS Health Adjudication Team! This high-profile IT Director role is jointly responsible for the transformation, modernization and automation strategy along with its execution for the Claim adjudication platform. The Director will lead an experienced and motivated team tasked with delivering high-quality, modular and scalable solutions, ensuring that CVS Health continues to stay innovative in the healthcare marketplace. To be successful in this role you must exhibit the following: Experience with industry leading expertise in IBM i and similar technologies, including but not limited to Mimix, CL, RPG/RPGLE, COBOL, SYNON, CA/2E, SQL, Aldon, JDBC, ODBC, Direct Connect, Rational Developer, iNavigator, PEX and Database concepts Experience leading strategic planning for enterprise applications including planning related to scalable growth, performance tuning, and optimization of the systems. Experience analyzing the enterprise platforms and related technologies to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement Experience in creating and running budgets, strategic planning, process enhancement, technical leadership, HR management and staff development

Requirements

• 10+ years of Healthcare IT experience in a large-scale complex technology environment, leading IT teams focused on application/system architecture & application development of the AS/400 platform and related technologies
• In depth understanding of APIs and microservices-based architecture
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Able to Navigate a Complex Organization: The ideal candidate will have worked effectively in an organization of considerable size, scope and complexity. He or she will be highly effective at partnering across boundaries, and will understand how to collaborate, influence and drive impact across the organization. This leader will have the ability to interact with and influence senior management enterprise wide and create marketing programs that further company objectives. The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across complex, multifunctional teams.
• Highly Skilled Communicator with the Ability to Connect Deeply with People: The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and will present his/her views in a clear and compelling manner. He/she should be a good listener who is straightforward, articulate and open in communication with others. This executive will have the presence and credibility to win support and buy-in. He/she must create enthusiasm among the team and be able to create a rally cry around key initiatives throughout the company.
• Demonstrate Excellence and Accountability: Innovate; anticipate the future; work toward continuous improvement; work cross-functionally to achieve right outcomes; create and lead with a sense of urgency; translate strategy into action.
• Deliver Quality Service and Value: Build trust by creating value-added relationships with all constituents; aspire to be the best; balance the needs of all constituents; exceed constituents’ expectations.
• Lead Change: Inspire others; communicate a compelling vision; convince others and organizations to embrace change; negotiate skillfully; understand what motivates other people/groups
• Drive for Results: Focus on actions and outcomes; drive with energy; take initiative; remain organized and resourceful; marshal multiple/matrixed resources to get things done; possess a detail orientation.
• Build Employee Engagement: Encourage independent thinking and initiative; value diversity; build confidence and pride in the company; inspire others to contribute; create open, honest dialogue; create and communicate a vision that aligns performance with strategy; celebrate successes; express ideas effectively
• Experience with industry leading expertise in IBM i and similar technologies, including but not limited to Mimix, CL, RPG/RPGLE, COBOL, SYNON, CA/2E, SQL, Aldon, JDBC, ODBC, Direct Connect, Rational Developer, iNavigator, PEX and Database concepts
• Experience leading strategic planning for enterprise applications including planning related to scalable growth, performance tuning, and optimization of the systems.
• Experience analyzing the enterprise platforms and related technologies to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement
• Experience in creating and running budgets, strategic planning, process enhancement, technical leadership, HR management and staff development

Nice To Haves

• Health Care Industry domain knowledge including 2+ years’ experience in a Director level role or 4+ years of diverse experience in a Sr Manager role.
• Experience in enterprise development tools and methodologies (XP, Agile) including DevSecOps and DataOps
• Experience integrating with legacy mainframe/mid-range AS400 applications including developing roadmaps for modernization of the applications

Responsibilities

• Directing a high skilled team of 50+ technology professionals, will act as the IT leader responsible for core adjudication strategic programs work stream running on the iSeries AS/400 platform.
• Responsible for the development and delivery of optimized technology solutions for CVS Health's RxClaim Adjudication platform. Will be a transformational leader providing forward-thinking and strategic direction in jointly developing and executing on our vision for Adjudication as a Service. Strategy will include driving down cost of change, increase speed to market, technology relevance in ensuring scalability and serviceability of the platform
• Create and ensure the implementation of application development standards to drive architectural roadmap for simplification and modularization of key adjudication functions. In addition, will be leading large enterprise strategic and compliance programs working in close collaboration with PSS IT and Business leaders
• Assist in the business development process, setting priorities, and understanding requirements and technical platforms available to meet the business needs. Should anticipate any challenges related to organic growth, system performance or EOL software / hardware potentials while ensuring all regulatory/compliance requirements are met.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees