Sr. Director of Systems and Software

Overview

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

As Senior Director of Systems and Software, you will lead the research, development, design, and optimization of McKesson’s core commercial software platforms—Sanitas and Base. This includes overseeing technology and systems functions that support critical business processes and enterprise information systems. You’ll be responsible for evaluating, selecting, and enhancing systems and applications, managing network infrastructure, and ensuring robust database performance.

In this role, you’ll guide efforts to safeguard McKesson’s data, tools, and technology assets, while ensuring infrastructure standards promote efficiency and platform compatibility. You’ll apply deep subject matter expertise to align system capabilities with user needs, ensure seamless IT service delivery, and lead a high-performing team through talent development and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Software Strategy & Execution — Define and deliver the software product roadmap across multiple functions and teams. Build and manage a high-performing organization focused on innovation and delivery excellence.
• Executive Collaboration & Customer Focus — Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to ensure technology solutions meet business needs and enhance user experience.
• Technology Vision & Budget Ownership — Align technology strategy with McKesson’s MAPS goals. Manage significant budgets and vendor relationships to support scalable growth.
• Implementation Leadership — Oversee the rollout of new technologies, ensuring alignment with financial, operational, and security requirements.
• Innovation & Industry Awareness — Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor technologies to ensure McKesson remains a leader in healthcare innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 13+ years of professional experience in software engineering or IT, and 6+ years in senior leadership roles with proven success in managing large-scale projects and teams

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of software development, systems architecture, and enterprise platforms
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic planning and analytical thinking
• Experience with operational policy development and performance metrics
• Familiarity with data security and compliance standards

Compensation & Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Base Pay Range for this position

$170,100 - $283,500

Equal Opportunity

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit the Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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