Description
We're building a world of health around every individual , shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience.
The Senior Software Development Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of innovative digital solutions that power exceptional member experiences.
In this role, you will leverage advanced technical expertise to architect and build cloud-native, microservices-based applications with a strong emphasis on event-driven architecture, modern technology stacks, and emerging AI technologies.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Digital, Data and Analytics, and Platform Engineering to drive innovation and shape the overall technical direction of our digital engineering initiatives.
This position also involves contributing to technical direction, mentoring peers, and partnering with architects and product teams to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who takes ownership of the full software lifecycle - from design through deployment and operations and brings a collaborative, problem-solving mindset to every challenge.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on enterprise-level digital solutions
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript, including strong proficiency in asynchronous programming and server-side application development
- 4+ years of experience building and deploying cloud-based solutions, with preference for AWS
- Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based applications, ensuring scalability and maintainability
- Proficiency in testing frameworks and methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and code review practices to ensure enterprise-grade code quality
- Hands-on experience with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, Redis, OpenSearch, MongoDB), including data modeling and query optimization
- Experience with event-driven services and architectures, including message brokers and event streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka
- Experience building RESTful APIs, including middleware implementation and routing (e.g., Express framework)
- Proficient understanding of SQL and NoSQL database technologies, including cloud-native database services
- Familiarity with emerging AI technologies and their practical applications in software development
- Experience mentoring other engineers, and reviewing/evaluating work
- Experience and ability to set standards, patterns, frameworks or best practices
- Ability to lead and or set a vision for a project or feature
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), particularly deploying and managing microservices on AWS
- Experience with serverless architectures and cloud-native design patterns
- Familiarity with open-source frameworks and modern development tooling
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
- Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment and contributing to team success
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions under time pressure
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families.
The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.