Software Engineer I

UHS•King of Prussia, PA

About The Position

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. The Corporate IS Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Software Engineer I. The Software Engineer I provides design, development and maintenance of UHS custom clinical applications. Supports existing Cerner and UHS clinical applications, including upgrade implementations and testing efforts. Typically assists more experienced analysts on larger projects while working independently on smaller projects. Coordinates and performs work assignments in order to meet deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Uses development tools including Cerner’s Discern Visual Developer (CCL) and an integrated development environment (Komodo, Notepad++, etc). Monitors the resolution of maintenance or enhancement issues assigned by the UHS Customer Support Center. Provides technical support to UHS entities as needed. Interfaces with the user community regarding application design and support. Shares experience and expertise by collaborating with other members of the team.

Requirements

A minimum of an Associate’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems (CS/IS) required. A Bachelor's degree in CSIS with a programming systems development background is preferred.
One or more years of increasingly more responsible programming, web or application development experience is required. Experience with web development, such as HTML, JavaScript and CSS is required, while experience with databases and/or high-level programming languages such as SQL or CCL is a plus.
Ability to multi-task while effectively managing time and meeting deadlines and a proficiency in English, with excellent written and oral fluency is required.
Basic knowledge of development standards, application validation, system application implementation, enhancement and support methods and practices.
Practical knowledge of/hands on experience with: Troubleshooting and issue resolution.
Application development, implementation, enhancement and support methods and practices.
Computer systems analysis and programming techniques and procedures, such as Consulting with users to determine functional specifications.
Design, development, documentation, analysis, testing, debugging, and modification of programs.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with health care and clinical terminology, comprehension of or experience with project management methods, and the concepts of Agile development is a plus.

Responsibilities

Meets regularly with users, IS staff and senior members of the team to develop/modify system specifications, including upkeep of documentation.
Designs, develops and implements custom clinical system enhancements to meet user needs in accordance with UHS Project Development standards and specific project requirements.
Adheres to structured programming, analysis, and design techniques.
Follows software development and version control policies and procedures, including the use of a source code management system.
Documents, tests and validates application functionality.
Supports the implementation of applications/application upgrades and prepares the appropriate documentation.
Identifies potential system problems and proposes ways to avert them.
Assists in recommending application solutions to meet business needs.
Creates and maintains effective program documentation.