Software Engineering Architect
Summary
Architects and evolves .NET microservices on Azure for a life-sciences commercialization platform, guiding teams on clean code, security, and AI-first practices while mentoring engineers.
Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris™ revolutionizes the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact to build a world in which every patient gets the care they need. Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that patients can access and adhere to critical medications. Backed by proven industry expertise, a deep commitment to patient care, the latest technology, and exceptionally talented team members, Valeris provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products. Valeris provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana. To learn more about Valeris, please visit www.valeris.com.
Assist development teams with day-to-day technical and architectural questions.
Provide consultation and advice to senior IT leadership and business stakeholders in technical matters.
Design and evolve the architecture of multi-service .NET systems on Azure, including web APIs, workers, messaging, and data layers
Make sound platform decisions across the Azure ecosystem — compute, data, messaging, identity, and observability
Establish and enforce patterns for clean, testable, maintainable code across teams
Partner with product and engineering leadership to translate clinical and business goals into durable technical strategy
Drive secure-by-default practices across authentication, data handling, and external integrations
Review designs and code, raising the bar on quality, performance, and clarity
Mentor senior and mid-level engineers; grow the architectural muscle of the team
Help establish and drive AI-first best coding practices
Participate and lead proof of concept (POC) initiatives.
Lead and participate in the Architectural Guild.
Build and maintain core enterprise frameworks, tooling, and platforms to be utilized by software development teams.
Able to jump in, diagnose and support complex/difficult technical issues to help remove hurdles or blockers for development teams.
Works closely with key personnel in both DevOps and IT infrastructure to ensure cohesion in system designs across all technical concerns.
Build turn-key solutions where a COTS solution may not exist or may not be feasible.
Generate technical diagrams and documentation to effectively communicate designs and strategies.
Assess current technologies within the company and help to define a technical roadmap towards advancing our platforms.
Provide training sessions for development staff as needed.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Prefer candidates who can type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy.
Although very minimal, flexibility to travel as needed is preferred.
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.
Why Work for Valeris?
We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team members. As part of our organization, full-time employees can expect:
Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, depending on the position, a drug screen in accordance with company standards. Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities associated with the position. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified at any time, with or without notice.
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Valeris, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Valeris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.