Software Engineer

CDC Foundation•Arlington, VA

11d•Remote

About The Position

The Software Engineer will play a crucial role in advancing the CDC Foundation's mission by developing and maintaining software applications for a public health association that specifically serves local, tribal and territorial populations. This role is aligned to the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI). WAI is a federally funded CDC Foundation program with the goal of helping the nation’s public health agencies by providing them with the technology and data experts they need to accelerate their information system improvements. Working within Utah Department of Health and Human Services Division of Population Health Informatics Program, the Software Engineer serves as the primary technical lead for the multi-jurisdictional rollout of a specialized public health data processing application. In partnership with the Project Manager, this position facilitates the technical onboarding and system integration for diverse state and local public health agencies. The core tech stack for this role centers on a React frontend and a Java backend, supported by a robust suite of middleware and database tools. This position is responsible for navigating a complex ecosystem that includes Java Spring Boot, Wildfly, and specialized healthcare middleware such as Mirth or Rhapsody, all underpinned by a PostgreSQL database. Utilizing Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration, the Developer ensures seamless infrastructure deployments via CI/CD pipelines from GitHub. While deep mastery of every specific tool is not mandatory, a broad understanding of this architecture is essential to troubleshoot integrations, manage REST/HTTPS communications, and adapt the software to the disparate legacy needs of various health jurisdictions. The candidate should be knowledgeable of engineering best practices such as source control, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and peer review. The Software Engineer will be hired by the CDC Foundation and assigned to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services Division of Population Health Informatics Program. This position is eligible for a fully remote work arrangement for U.S. based candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or similar experience.
Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
Experience and proficiency in programming languages such as Spring Boot, React(SPA), Ruby, Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.
Experience with software development frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js).
Experience and proficiency in web development, relational databases, and using Unix-like operating systems.
Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL, MongoDB) and version control tools (e.g., Git).
Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and deploying software applications.
Knowledge of engineering best practices such as source control, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and peer review.
Experience with agile development methodologies, software design patterns, and best practices.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience and ability conveying technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively.
Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions.
Experience working on cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams that deliver digital products and services in an incremental, user-focused environment.
Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities.
Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; and the ability to develop productive working relationships with colleagues and partners.
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams.
Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, or similar word processing environments. (e.g. Google Drive, Libre office etc.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of HL7 or FHIR is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications in collaboration with project teams.
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using various programming languages and development frameworks.
Participate in the modification and implementation of software solutions to meet the public health agency’s project requirements and scalability needs.
Identify and implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and testing methodologies.
Conduct thorough testing of software applications to identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other software defects.
Collaborate with end user teams to ensure the delivery of reliable and user-friendly software solutions.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and project managers, to deliver integrated software solutions.
Participate in agile development processes, sprint planning, and team meetings to prioritize tasks and track progress.
Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies in software development.
Provide guidance on new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of software development efforts.