The Systems Architect will play a crucial role in advancing the CDC Foundation's mission by designing and overseeing the implementation of complex technical solutions that support mission-critical systems in a public health organization.
This position is aligned with the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI), a federally funded program aimed at helping public health agencies improve their information systems.
The role is based within the Multnomah County Health Department, specifically in the Development, Data & Analytics Platforms Team.
The Systems Architect will provide expertise in on-prem SQL Server and Azure Cloud architecture to redesign public health Data Warehouse systems, enhancing efficiency and capability in the Azure Cloud with Snowflake.
Responsibilities include managing the planning, design, delivery, and implementation of user-centric solutions, collaborating with partners to understand business requirements, and developing architectural solutions.
The position is remote, available to U.S. based candidates, and is grant funded with a limited-term opportunity ending on June 30, 2026.
The work schedule is from 8:30 am to 5 pm Pacific time, with occasional meetings outside these hours.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position.
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience and expertise in system architecture with deep technical knowledge of application design, implementation, and deployment are essential.
Hands-on experience designing modern architectural patterns for complex and legacy IT solutions is required.
Knowledge of technical security and product management best practices is necessary.
Familiarity with industry standards for architecting, automating, and integrating processes is required.
Hands-on knowledge of Azure Cloud and Snowflake tooling is essential, including Azure Data Factory and Snowflake Native tools.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and/or C#, as well as Transact-SQL and Snowflake’s SQL dialect, is required.
Candidates should have advanced knowledge of Azure Cloud environments, Azure DevOps, and Azure Blob Storage.
Experience with on-prem SQL Server architecture is necessary.
Proven ability to design and implement secure systems with appropriate access controls is required.
Experience in data migration and integration projects is preferred.
Familiarity with healthcare or public health data systems and relevant data standards is strongly preferred.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills are essential.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work in a virtual environment and develop productive working relationships with remote teams.
Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $103,500-$143,500 per year, with individual offers based on experience and qualifications.
The position offers a fully remote work arrangement for U.S. based candidates.
Employees will have the opportunity to work on impactful public health initiatives and collaborate with diverse teams.
The role provides a chance to contribute to the CDC Foundation's mission of improving public health and safety.
The position is grant funded, providing a unique opportunity to work on a limited-term project with a defined end date.
