Associate VP, Pharmacy Management Technology Solutions

Position: Associate VP, Pharmacy Benefits Management Technology Solutions
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* The AVP, PBM Technology Solutions devises an effective strategy for executing and delivering on IT business initiatives. The AVP, PBM Technology Solutions requires an in-depth understanding of how organization capabilities interrelate across segments and/or enterprise-wide.

Role Summary

The AVP, PBM Technology Solutions is responsible for leading the strategy, architecture, and delivery of technology solutions that enable PBM business growth and operational excellence. This role combines executive leadership with hands-on technical engagement, including architecture oversight, solution design, vendor management, and evaluation of emerging technologies to ensure scalable, resilient, and future-ready platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Transformation

+ Define and execute a multi-year technology strategy aligned with business priorities

+ Lead large-scale modernization and transformation initiatives

+ Balance short-term delivery with long-term platform evolution

Hands-On Technical Leadership & Architecture

+ Provide hands-on technical leadership, actively guiding design decisions, architecture reviews, and critical solution trade-offs

+ Partner with Enterprise Architecture and Solution Architecture teams to define and govern target state architecture across application, integration, data, and cloud platforms

+ Collaborate with vendor partners on architecture, solution delivery, governance and technical resiliency

+ Lead architecture forums and ensure alignment with enterprise standards

+ Drive engineering excellence through scalability, reusability, and performance optimization

Technology Evaluation & Innovation

+ Evaluate emerging technologies, platforms, and tools

+ Lead technology selection decisions including build vs buy

+ Drive adoption of AI, automation, and advanced analytics

+ Continuously modernize the technology stack

Technology Delivery & Platform Ownership

+ Own end-to-end delivery and lifecycle of enterprise platforms

+ Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and resilient

+ Drive outcome-based delivery across teams

Financial & Operational Accountability

+ Manage IT spend across labor, vendors, and platforms

+ Optimize cost and delivery efficiency

Leadership & Talent Development

+ Lead high-performing engineering and architecture teams

+ Develop strong technical leadership bench

+ Foster a culture of innovation and accountability

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

+ Partner with business and enterprise leaders

+ Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders

+ Manage strategic vendor relationships

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* Qualifications

Experience

+ 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience

+ 8+ years leading large, complex teams

+ Experience in architecture leadership and modernization initiatives

Technical Expertise

+ Expertise in solution design, technology evaluation and delivery

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Experience with enterprise architecture, cloud, and distributed systems

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Experience with AI, automation, and data platforms

Leadership Capabilities

+ Ability to lead transformation and change

+ Strong executive communication skills

+ Ability to influence and drive alignment

Education

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Work at Home Requirements:
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel:
While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

** Scheduled Weekly Hours*
* 40

** Pay Range*
* The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full…