Software Architect

Job Description

Overview

Medpace is a scientifically-driven, global, full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Medpace’s mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its high-science and disciplined operating approach. We leverage local regulatory and deep therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Medpace employs approximately 2,700 people across 36 countries.

Job Summary

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Software Architect to join our Information Technology team. The Software Architect will work on a team focused on internal Medpace systems and setting direction for next gen systems. Strong attention to detail, willingness to explore and ability to coach in implementing new technologies are highly valued. If you want an exciting career where you use your expertise and have the ability to develop and grow your career, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Implement and recommend viable architectural approaches that support long term maintainability, extensibility, and interoperability of enterprise applications;
• Identify and evaluate potential risks in systems in relation to data integrity, security and disaster recovery;
• Provide guidance to software development teams regarding software development patterns and proactively monitor the adherence to acceptable patterns;
• Lead the creation of enterprise packages that adhere to defined standards and provide reviews as new features are added;
• Develop and present application prototypes;
• Liaise with software development teams to incorporate DevOps practices;
• Conduct reviews on code for security and architecture adherence to establish practices;
• Provide solutions/improvements to applications, as necessary; and
• Complete other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and 6 years of software development and/or IT Infrastructure experience, including experience with software architecture practices, design patterns development, and implementation;
• Demonstrated expertise with software development practices and rolling out new software technologies and solutions;
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business issues/opportunities and develop and implement IT initiatives that support organizational goals;
• Demonstrated ability to manage and/or consult on large-scale IT projects;
• Ability to communicate professionally and persuasively with all levels in the organization, including management;
• Development experience using Microsoft development stack, SQL Server, Web technologies such as Angular and source control; and
• Prior experience with cloud base technologies is a plus.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of a team dedicated to supporting the development of ground breaking drugs and devices. Our employees provide hope for those living with debilitating diseases. We invite you to be a part of something that is impacting millions of people around the globe while enjoying a competitive total compensation and benefits package and internal growth opportunities.

Awards

• Medpace Named a Top Cincinnati Workplace for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 by the Cincinnati Enquirer
• Winner of the ACRP-Avoca CRO Quality Award in 2018
• Recognized with six CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine
• Eagle Award winner - which recognizes outstanding leadership, professionalism, integrity, and dedication to advancing the clinical research profession through strong site partnerships

What to Expect Next

We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our recruitment team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.

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