Lead Software Architect

No C2C candidates please Job Title: Lead Software Architect – Pharmacy Management Systems Description & Requirements: KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for Lead Software Architect – Pharmacy Management Systems It’s a 6+ months contract with possible conversion to hire. Its Remote About the Role We're seeking an experienced Software Architect / Senior Developer to design and build a next-generation pharmacy management platform from the ground up. This role is ideal for someone who's led end-to-end architecture and development of pharmacy software systems—covering areas like e-prescribing (eRx), inventory, billing, insurance adjudication, and patient management. You'll be responsible for defining the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap of a scalable, secure, and compliant pharmacy platform that can serve both independent and enterprise pharmacy networks. Key Responsibilities • Lead the architecture, design, and development of a cloud-based pharmacy management system (PMS) from scratch. • Partner with business stakeholders and pharmacists to define system requirements and workflows. • Design system components covering dispensing, inventory, POS, e-prescriptions (SureScripts), third-party billing, and reporting modules. • Establish and enforce best practices for security, HIPAA compliance, and data integrity. • Build integrations with switches, wholesalers, and insurance networks. • Lead and mentor a small team of developers and QA engineers. • Own the full software development lifecycle — from architecture to deployment and ongoing optimization. • Stay up to date with pharmacy technology trends and regulatory changes (NCPDP, DEA, CMS, etc.). Required Experience • 8+ years of professional software development experience. • 3+ years of architect-level experience designing enterprise-grade or healthcare-related systems. • Proven experience building or leading development for a pharmacy software solution (e.g., BestRx, PioneerRx, Liberty Software, or similar). • Strong understanding of pharmacy workflows, e-prescribing standards, and claims adjudication (NCPDP D.0, FHIR, HL7). • Proficiency in modern backend stacks (C#, .NET Core, Node.js, or Java) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). • Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and RESTful APIs. • Deep understanding of security frameworks, HIPAA compliance, and data protection. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue. • Familiarity with pharmacy integrations like SureScripts, QS/1, or Cardinal Health APIs. • Prior startup or early-stage product experience is a plus. Apply tot his job

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