Principal Cloud Infrastructure Architect

About the role

Empower Pharmacy is a visionary healthcare company dedicated to making quality, affordable medication accessible to millions of patients nationwide. As the nation’s most advanced 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility, we’re redefining what’s possible in personalized medicine and pharmaceutical manufacturing. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Houston’s fastest-growing private companies and ranked #116 in Healthcare & Medical on the Inc. 5000 List for 2025. Our strength is built on four core values: People, Quality, Service, and Innovation. Guided by these principles, we’ve created a uniquely integrated healthcare platform powered by advanced technology, operational excellence, and a relentless commitment to patient care. At Empower, joining our team means more than starting a new role. It means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that’s transforming healthcare at scale. We invest deeply in our people, encourage bold thinking, and create opportunities for growth, leadership, and innovation at every level.

Responsibilities

• Cloud Strategy
  • Lead the formulation of a comprehensive cloud strategy aligning with corporate goals, emphasizing AI integration to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business needs and regulatory requirements, driving organizational growth and innovation.
  • Spearhead architectural decisions for cloud adoption, focusing on performance, scalability, and resilience.
  • Utilize AI-driven analytics to optimize resource allocation and infrastructure stability, ensuring seamless migration of workloads to cloud-native environments.
  • Establish robust monitoring frameworks using AI tools for real-time insights into cloud performance.
  • Drive continuous improvements, ensuring infrastructure remains agile, secure, and capable of supporting Empower's rapid growth and innovation targets.
• Infrastructure Development
  • Develop and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code best practices, ensuring consistent and efficient deployment across environments.
  • Leverage AI to automate code reviews and enhance deployment accuracy, minimizing human errors and reducing deployment times.
  • Lead initiatives to embed AI and machine learning capabilities within the infrastructure, enhancing predictive analytics, operational efficiency, and proactive issue resolution.
  • Architect solutions that ensure infrastructure scalability aligns with business growth.
  • Use AI-powered tools to anticipate capacity needs and automate scaling processes, ensuring resources meet demand without compromising performance or security.
• Team Leadership
  • Build and nurture a high-performing engineering team, providing guidance and fostering professional growth.
  • Encourage a collaborative environment where team members can leverage AI tools to enhance problem-solving capabilities and drive innovation.
  • Define clear objectives and performance metrics aligned with organizational goals.
  • Utilize AI-driven insights to evaluate team performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure alignment with Empower's strategic vision.
  • Collaborate with other departments to understand business needs, integrating their input into cloud infrastructure projects.
  • Leverage AI to streamline communication and coordination, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with company objectives.
• Security & Compliance
  • Oversee the implementation of security measures and compliance protocols across cloud infrastructure.
  • Utilize AI-driven analytics to proactively identify vulnerabilities, ensuring Empower remains secure and adheres to industry regulations.
  • Develop comprehensive risk management strategies, leveraging AI to predict and mitigate potential threats.
  • Establish robust incident response frameworks to quickly address and resolve security breaches, minimizing impact on business operations.
  • Prepare cloud infrastructure for audits, ensuring all processes comply with regulatory standards.
  • Use AI tools to streamline documentation and reporting, enhancing audit efficiency and accuracy while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
• Innovation & Growth
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the exploration of emerging technologies and AI advancements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation that drive business growth and maintain Empower's competitive edge.
  • Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with cloud service providers and technology vendors.
  • Use AI insights to identify and leverage partnership opportunities that enhance Empower's infrastructure capabilities and support long-term growth.
  • Ensure the cloud infrastructure is adaptable to future technological advancements and market changes.
  • Utilize AI-driven forecasts to anticipate industry trends and proactively adjust strategies, maintaining Empower's position as an industry leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering, with leadership experience in a similar role.
• Proven track record of successful cloud strategy execution and AI integration in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management in cloud environments.

Skills

• Extensive expertise in cloud platforms, Azure and AWS, with a focus on architecture and infrastructure development.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code tools, AI integration, and machine learning methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on achieving business objectives.
• CERTIFICATIONS preferred:
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Required)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (Required)
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate or Professional (Required)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (Strongly Preferred)
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Strongly Preferred)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Associate or Professional (Preferred)
  • ITIL Foundation (Preferred)

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Builds trust through customer-centric solutions.
• Strategic AI: Guides responsible AI adoption and adaptation.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Drives efficiency with continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Partners effectively to achieve shared goals.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Simplifies and solves complex challenges.
• Ensures Accountability: Delivers on commitments with integrity.
• Situational Adaptability: Adjusts approach to shifting conditions.
• Communicates Effectively: Tailors messages to diverse audiences.