What Application Development & Maintenance contributes to Cardinal Health

Information Technology oversees the effective development, delivery, and operation of computing and information services. This function anticipates, plans, and delivers Information Technology solutions and strategies that enable operations and drive business value.

Application Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance and sustain the organization's software systems in a cross-functional team environment through adherence to established design control processes and good engineering practices. This job family programs and configures end user applications, systems, databases and websites to achieve the organization's internal needs and externally-facing business needs. Application Development & Maintenance partners with business leaders, investigates user needs and conducts regular assessments, maintenance and enhancements of existing applications.

This role is critical to the successful transition of Metro Wholesale Distribution to the enterprise ERP system and will help define the long-term technical strategy for Metro Medical Specialty (MMS) Pharmacy Solutions.

Responsibilities

Play a key role in supporting Metro Medical Distribution Services and MMS Pharmacy Solutions, focusing on pharmaceutical operations within the Metro Medical businessPartner with key players to map out of end-to-end business workflows and align them with technical solutionsFacilitate technical solution options/feasibility along estimations of implementing proposed solutionsInquisitive mindset with a drive to challenge the status quo and define strategic roadmapsReview and approve technical designs and specifications for all developments, taking into consideration performance requirements, impact to existing solutions, and long-term sustainability and scalabilityExperience working with third-party vendors and managing relationshipsSkilled in refining initiatives into technical stories and coaching development teamsConducting code reviews and providing technical guidance to developers

Qualifications

8–12 years of relevant industry experience, preferredBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience, preferredStrong background in pharmacy and warehouse operations, preferredHands-on experience with custom application developmentProficiency in Java and PCF (Pivotal Cloud Foundry) or GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine)Proven ability to support and build multi-system integrationsFamiliarity with AS400 systems (a plus, not required)Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and define integration solutionsAbility to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver both short- and long-term solutionsExperience defining data preparation and testing strategiesSelf-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projectsParticipates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goalsRecommends new practices, processes, metrics, or modelsWorks on or may lead complex projects of large scopeProjects may have significant and long-term impactProvides solutions which may set precedentIndependently determines method for completion of new projectsReceives guidance on overall project objectivesActs as a mentor to less experienced colleagues

Anticipated salary range: $121,600 – 173,700

Bonus eligible: Yes

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 9/14/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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