Sr. Software Engineer

Abbott • Chicago, IL

3d • $78,000 - $156,000 • Remote

About The Position

As a Sr. Software Engineer at Abbott Cancer Diagnostics, this seasoned professional will demonstrate competence and creativity across a wide range of technical areas. The role leads the design, development, and testing of software applications, creating expert design concepts and effective debugging solutions. The engineer resolves most issues with minimal oversight, communicates with business stakeholders, mentors junior team members, makes key decisions, and is accountable for application quality and productivity.

The position may be based in Abbott’s Madison, Wisconsin or Redwood City, California office locations. The posting also lists the location as United States of America: Remote.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or Engineering; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of relevant experience as outlined in the essential duties.
• Complete knowledge and full understanding of software development design and development, with relevant domain-specific skills.
• Understanding of and significant experience with object-oriented programming.
• Experience with RESTful web services, relational databases such as Postgres and SQL Server, and ORM technologies such as JPA2, Hibernate, and Entity Framework.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing applications that access or use cloud-based frameworks, such as Azure or Amazon AWS Services/SDKs.
• Experience with Agile development tools, including JIRA and Confluence repository.
• Experience or skills in C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, PL/SQL, .NET, and Google Web Toolkit.
• Currently authorized to work in the country where the work will be performed on a full- or part-time basis; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of experience in the Software Engineering discipline.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards such as HL7 and FHIR.
• Experience using Java as a core language.
• Experience using Spring Boot or Spring to support microservices.
• Experience using Maven.
• Experience using Kafka or other queuing systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications for Abbott Cancer Diagnostics.
• Apply technical practices and specialized techniques to complex programs and initiatives.
• Troubleshoot issues of medium complexity, break down complex tasks, make decisions, investigate problems, and fix bugs independently.
• Initiate designs that influence the department’s delivery and approach; lead reviews of design alternatives, problems, and solutions.
• Make significant project decisions using sound judgment and an understanding of business strategy and best practices.
• Contribute to group objectives and collaborate effectively with others.
• Mentor, coach, and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Build partnerships with peers, subject-matter experts, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
• Communicate project plans, designs, and status updates clearly and concisely.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Take accountability for application quality and routinely make key decisions for the team.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Employees may qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior