Architect, IT Data Architecture
Baxter International Inc.
Summary
As an Architect on Baxter's IT Data Architecture team, you will play a key role in designing and building the data services, pipelines, and application architecture that enable secure, scalable access to information across the enterprise. This role will help drive the continued evolution of Mosaic, a critical internal platform used by teams across Baxter, through the development of new capabilities, integrations, and innovative technical solutions.
Job description
What you'll be doing
- Design and implement data pipelines, APIs, and endpoints that provide secure and scalable access to enterprise data.
- Develop and enhance Mosaic platform capabilities using Python, SQL, Neo4j, Unix, and modern software development practices.
- Design and implement microservices and architectural solutions that improve system scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Build and maintain RESTful services that enable efficient access to data and support enterprise applications across Baxter.
- Leverage Docker and containerization technologies to improve portability, deployment, and operational efficiency.
- Partner with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
- Ensure data privacy, security, and governance requirements are incorporated into application and architecture decisions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, AI tools, and machine learning capabilities to drive continuous innovation across the platform.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in endpoint development, data engineering, software engineering, or architecture, with experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale applications and services.
- 5+ years of experience working with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or a comparable cloud computing environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with Python, Flask, gUnicorn, SQL, Neo4j, Unix/Linux, and RESTful API development.
- Experience with Docker, Redis, microservices, architectural patterns, and distributed application development; experience with JavaScript, Node.js, UI/UX development, or equivalent technologies is a plus.
- Strong understanding of data privacy, security, governance principles, and modern application architecture.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and changing priorities.
- Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field with 12+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience; experience with machine learning and predictive modeling; AWS certification; and architecture-related certifications.
This is a hybrid role based in Deerfield, IL.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in endpoint development, data engineering, software engineering, or architecture
- 5+ years of experience working with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or a comparable cloud computing environment
- Strong hands-on experience with Python, Flask, gUnicorn, SQL, Neo4j, Unix/Linux, and RESTful API development
- Experience with Docker, Redis, microservices, architectural patterns, and distributed application development
- Strong understanding of data privacy, security, governance principles, and modern application architecture
- Excellent communication, collaboration, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Preferred: Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field with 12+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience
- Preferred: experience with machine learning and predictive modeling
- Preferred: AWS certification
- Preferred: architecture-related certifications
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuting Benefits
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Childcare Benefits
Company overview
Baxter International Inc. is an American multinational healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, founded in 1931. As a leading global medical device manufacturer, Baxter specializes in developing and producing essential medical products for treating chronic and acute medical conditions. The company operates across three primary business segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals. Baxter's extensive product portfolio includes intravenous (IV) solutions, infusion pumps, dialysis equipment for kidney disease treatment, surgical technologies, and hospital pharmaceuticals. With approximately 38,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues exceeding $10 billion, Baxter plays a critical role in global healthcare infrastructure. The company is particularly known for its leadership in IV fluid production, manufacturing approximately 60% of the intravenous fluids used in the United States. Baxter's innovations include pioneering developments in artificial kidney technology and advanced surgical products, serving healthcare providers across more than 100 countries. The company maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in medical technology advancements that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery efficiency.