Software Engineer

McKesson • Cary, NC

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About The Position

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. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. Software Engineer Company: McKesson Corporation About McKesson McKesson Corporation is a global leader in healthcare solutions, committed to improving patient care and driving innovation across the healthcare ecosystem. We deliver technology-driven solutions that empower providers, pharmacies, and patients to achieve better health outcomes. Job Summary As a Software Engineer at McKesson, you will lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that power our healthcare technology ecosystem. This role is critical in supporting a fast-paced specialty pharmacy environment, ensuring our platforms are secure, scalable, and high-performing. You will combine hands-on development with leadership responsibilities, mentoring junior engineers, and influencing architectural decisions to enhance patient engagement and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of progressive software development experience, including enterprise-level applications.
• Skills: Strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms. Experience in Agile/Scrum environments. Proven experience with cloud platforms and modern frameworks. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to lead projects and mentor team members effectively.
• Languages: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript
• Frameworks: Spring Boot, .NET Core, Angular, React
• Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure (primary), AWS, Google Cloud
• Data Technologies: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Redis; familiarity with NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra)
• Integration & APIs: RESTful services, GraphQL, FHIR, HL7
• DevOps & CI/CD: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes
• Testing: JUnit, NUnit, Selenium, Postman
• Version Control: Git (GitHub, Bitbucket)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in specialty pharmacy and/or HUB services is a plus.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts for predictive analytics and automation.
• Knowledge of healthcare IT standards (FHIR, HL7).
• AI/ML (Preferred): TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Azure Machine Learning
• Domain Expertise: Specialty pharmacy workflows, patient engagement platforms, healthcare IT standards

Responsibilities

• Lead Development Lifecycle: Drive design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of complex enterprise-grade applications across multiple platforms.
• Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical designs and user stories.
• Architectural Contributions: Participate in architectural discussions and help shape McKesson’s technology roadmap.
• Quality & Performance: Implement automated testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and ensure security, scalability, and performance of applications.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues efficiently.
• Innovation: Stay current with emerging technologies, evaluate new tools, and recommend best practices to enhance development processes.
• Agile Engagement: Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards.
• In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
• For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees