We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The mainframe architect will be responsible for designing and developing IT architecture (integrated process, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards. Performs technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications. Develops specifications for new products/services, applications and service offerings. Assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies. Will be responsible for leading the design, optimization, and modernization of CVS Health’s core mainframe platforms. This senior technical leader ensures the reliability, scalability, and security of critical legacy systems, while driving transformation initiatives that align with enterprise business objectives and modernization strategies.
Required Qualifications
10+ years’ experience in mainframe technology (e.g., z/OS, COBOL, DB2, CICS, IMS, etc.) with at least 5 years in an architecture or lead role.
5+ Years experience in Healthcare Claims Adjudication
Demonstrated success in leading mainframe modernization and transformation projects.
Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks, security, and compliance in regulated environments.
Strong experience with automation, scripting, DevOps, and CI/CD in mainframe contexts.
Proven ability to communicate vision, influence technical direction, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Experience managing and developing senior-level engineering talent.
Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills
Mastery of collaboration and teamwork
Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills
Mastery of execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills
Mastery of business intelligence
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Agile Developer (CAD) preferred.
Exposure to healthcare industry standards and regulatory frameworks pertaining to medical insurance and medical claims processing
Certifications in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF), project management, or relevant mainframe technology.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$144,200.00 - $288,400.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 02/02/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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What We Do
CVS Health is the leading health solutions company that delivers care in ways no one else can. We reach people in more ways and improve the health of communities across America through our local presence, digital channels and our nearly 300,000 dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians, pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners.
Wherever and whenever people need us, we help them with their health – whether that’s managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications, or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
