Job Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager (TPM) to serve as a strategic technical leader responsible for bridging business objectives and engineering execution across complex, multi-system environments.
This role operates at the intersection of architecture, delivery, and program governance—ensuring scalable, integrated solutions across patient access and affordability platforms. The TPM leads high-impact technical initiatives, reduces delivery risk, minimizes technical debt, and accelerates time-to-market for critical programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Architecture
- Define and maintain end-to-end system architecture across applications, integrations, data flows, and infrastructure
- Ensure cohesive, scalable, and compliant solutions across interconnected systems
- Identify and proactively manage system dependencies, architectural risks, and technical “blind spots”
Program Execution
- Drive end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional technical programs
- Align engineering, QA, operations, and business teams to achieve program milestones
- Ensure execution is synchronized across systems, eliminating silos and integration gaps
Governance & Standards
- Establish and enforce integration standards, architectural governance, and documentation practices
- Promote consistency, transparency, and traceability across systems and programs
- Drive process improvements to enhance delivery quality and operational efficiency
Stakeholder Management & Change Leadership
- Build strong relationships across business and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities and outcomes
- Translate technical concepts into business-friendly language for leadership engagement
- Drive organizational change by identifying impacts, building awareness, and supporting adoption
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8+ years of experience in software or product development environments, including 2+ years in project or program management
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-system technical initiatives in highly integrated environments
- Strong understanding of system architecture, APIs, data integrations, and enterprise platforms
- Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate technical risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges
- Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
- Master’s degree in a related field
- PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification
- Experience in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals)
- Familiarity with patient support systems, hub services, or integrated healthcare platforms
- Experience implementing governance frameworks, standards, and technical documentation practices
- Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
What You’ll Bring
- Strong systems-thinking mindset with the ability to connect end-to-end processes
- Strategic perspective with hands-on execution capability
- Ability to influence without authority across diverse teams
- Data-driven approach to decision-making and continuous improvement
Impact
In this role, you will play a critical part in:
- Reducing technical debt and improving system scalability
- Increasing delivery predictability and reducing production issues
- Enabling faster, more reliable deployment of strategic initiatives
- Elevating technical governance and cross-system visibility
Why Join Us
- Work on high-visibility, enterprise-wide initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional leaders across business and technology
- Drive meaningful impact in complex, rapidly evolving systems
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $98,500.00 - $274,400.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.Similar Jobs
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