Lead Software Engineer
About The Position
Become a part of our caring community. Do you want be part of a team that is continuously learning and evolving to build modernized and innovative solutions? Do you want to transform an industry? Crave new challenges and solving hard customer problems using the latest in software technology? Are you motivated to transform today's complex healthcare processes into simpler microservices based architecture using cutting edge technologies? Do you love the challenge of solving problems that improve people's lives and make a real difference to business & customers we serve using the latest in software technology? Our claims services team is best positioned in building modernized claims eco systems using the latest software stacks and cloud technologies. You'll collaborate with a fun and close-knit agile team to architect, build, test and continuously deliver new features and products to our customers. The Lead Software Engineer standardizes the quality assurance procedure for software, and lead and mentor a team of software engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise throughout the software development lifecycle. Oversees testing and debugging and develops fixes. Researches complaints and makes necessary adjustments and/or recommendations to resolve complex software related issues. Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards, design principles, and quality guidelines. Advises leaders to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision, Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action. Candidates must currently reside within a 60-minute commuting distance of, or be willing to relocate to, one of the following metropolitan areas: Louisville, KY; Dallas/Frisco, TX; Tampa/Ft. Lauderdale, FL; or Nashville, TN.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 8 or more years of progressive IT experience as a senior developer in large IT projects
- 2 or more years of project leadership experience
- 5 or more years of experience designing, developing, and testing of software applications and/or infrastructure, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex projects from conception to completion.
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
- Should have a strong foundation in software development including proficiency in programming and deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with team members, mentor junior developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Must have strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to analyze complex technical challenges, identify optimal solutions, and troubleshoot issues as they arise throughout the development process
- Must demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying updated on emerging technologies, best practices, and industry trends.
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
- Experience developing cloud solutions for large scale enterprise
- Experience with Java Springboot Development with public or private cloud
- Experience working on Microservice Architecture and cloud design patterns
- 3-5 years Java, Spring boot, Spring Batch
- 3-5 years REST API Development
- NoSQL DB (Preferably Mongo DB)
- Azure Hands-on experience (or any other public cloud AWS, GCP, PCF)
- Familiarity with Dev-Ops Processes (CI/CD, Automation)
- Experience working in a Scrum/Agile setup
- Experience using AI code-assist tools such as Windsurf, GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar platforms to accelerate software development, testing, documentation, and delivery.
- Ability to promote responsible AI-assisted engineering practices while ensuring code quality, security, maintainability, and compliance with enterprise standards.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree
- Experience with both frontend and backend development
- Kafka - event driven solution development
- Kubernetes, Containerization Skills
- Front End Development (Angular or React js)
- Azure Certification is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Standardizes the quality assurance procedure for software.
- Leads and mentors a team of software engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Oversees testing and debugging and develops fixes.
- Researches complaints and makes necessary adjustments and/or recommendations to resolve complex software related issues.
- Conducts code reviews, provides constructive feedback, and ensures adherence to coding standards, design principles, and quality guidelines.
- Advises leaders to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance.
- Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision.
- Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action.
- Architect, build, test and continuously deliver new features and products to our customers.
Benefits
- Generous PTO package
- Health benefits effective day 1
- Annual Incentive Plan
- 401K - Excellent company match
- Well-being program
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Student Loan Refinancing
- medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave)
- short-term and long-term disability
- life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
