Sr Architect, Strategy and Architecture, Critical Care

For over 50 years, the Critical Care business within Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) has operated at the intersection of groundbreaking medical innovation and improved patient care. Put simply, we exist because we’re committed to creating a world where every patient who should be monitored will be monitored with smart technology.With this impactful vision in mind, we are now embarking on becoming an independent business from Edwards, a process that we currently expect to be completed by January 2025.As Critical Care transitions to an independent company, we will continue to benefit from the expertise and experience of 4,000+ dedicated global employees, a vibrant innovation engine with strong investment in our future pipeline, and strong sales growth and profitability. We are well-positioned to build upon our category leadership as we continue to launch new solutions powered by A.I. to clinicians, and expand into new care settings.So, if you're a dynamic and passionate person who is eager to contribute to an innovative, industry-leading advanced monitoring company we invite you to explore our career opportunities. Those who choose to join us will be part of a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ journey to improve the quality of care and outcomes for millions of patients around the world.Appendix:For further detail on the spin-off from Edwards Lifesciences, please consult this 2023 Investor Conference Presentation, pages 89-99 (https://ir.edwards.com/events-presentations/event-details/2023/Edwards-Lifesciences-2023-Investor-Conference-2023-bK2BbXaBha/default.aspx) :The location for this position can be onsite in Orange County, California or Remote within the Americas/ United States Region.PositionAs the Sr Architect, Strategy & Architecture , you will bring forth your expert understanding of cloud platforms to provide strategic guidance to IT and business groups. You will establish and maintain enterprise and/or domain level architecture through the stages of planning, design, structure, execution, and operation. This is an exciting opportunity to lead tactical projects and initiatives in collaboration with project teams.This position is office based/ hybrid in Orange County, California OR remote/ home-based in the US for a highly qualified candidate.You will make an impact by

Translating business requirements into system qualities that lead to repeatable and executable design strategies and patterns for tactical projects / initiatives in collaboration with project teams

Identifying and defining the opportunities for integration, selecting the tools, specifying the shared data & code resources, defining the interfaces and data-flows, and monitoring the success of the integration for tactical projects / initiatives

Developing, instituting, and maintaining the IT design methodology, development process methodology, technology standards, and best practices.

Providing oversight to ensure compliance with architectural standards and practices through all aspects of planning, execution, and operation.

Leading the evaluation of new technology targeted for possible integration into the existing IT environment

Developing, instituting, and maintaining the design and metadata repository for integrating all aspects of established architectural models.

Surveying external emerging developments, and evangelize new technologies, standards and methodologies

Providing expert guidance on tactical projects/initiatives

Provide training, coaching and knowledge transfer to team members on more complex tasks

General and administrative tasks

What you'll need (Required):

Bachelor's Degree, Advanced degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Natural Sciences & Mathematics or a related discipline

10 years experience in IT Required

Professional certifications are required (e.g. TOGAF, COBIT, ITIL, OCP, CDMP, etc.). Certifications are in relation to disciplines and architecture frameworks.

2 years experience of demonstrably solid performance in an architect role working with cross-functional teams (within IT and/or within the business) on enterprise-level or complex/novel system implementations

2 years of relevant industry experience (e.g. medical device, pharmaceuticals, etc.) or in highly regulated environments

Recent experience and understanding of components for Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Teams Required

What else we look for (Preferred):

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Broad and deep technical knowledge – expertise in multiple aspects including hardware, software, applications, and systems engineering and QA/testing

Expert in developing detailed architecture models, design, executable plans and documentation

Expertise in conducting RFPs, vendor assessments, and contract reviews

Knowledge of financial modeling and planning as it pertains to IT investment

Knowledge of best practices related to IT governance, operations, and administration

Excellent documentation, communication, and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives and communicate to various levels of audience or to explain complex or technical matters in a manner suitable for non-technical audiences

Recognized as an expert in own area within the organization

Expert knowledge in at least one discipline (e.g. Analysis, Design, Development, QA/QC, etc.)

Substantial technical knowledge with expertise in at least one technical language or data management system (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, C#, Java, HTML5, JavaScript, Informatica MDM, Informatica IDQ, Informatica Cloud Services, Collibra, AWS Data Lake Services, Snowflake, etc.)

Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization

Strict attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.For California, the base pay range for this position is $133,000 to $187,000 (highly experienced).The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.COVID Vaccination RequirementEdwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world's leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 15,000 individuals worldwide.For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it's our life's work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.