Staff Software Engineer II

Cotiviti

1d • Remote

About The Position

Cotiviti is a leading provider of data-driven solutions that help healthcare organizations, retailers, and payers improve financial performance and operational efficiency. Our mission is to deliver actionable insights through advanced analytics, innovative technology, and deep domain expertise. As part of our engineering team, you will contribute to building scalable, secure, and high-performing systems that power critical business processes and enable better outcomes for our clients.
The Staff Engineer II is a senior technical engineer responsible for designing and delivering complex software solutions across hybrid environments (on-premise and public cloud). This role combines deep technical expertise with architectural understanding to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing systems.
The Staff Engineer II - Services manages application interfaces (services, APIs) for the Pharmacy Application, helps drive related integrations using high volume Tx processing partners within established architecture and organizational structures, and provides related monitoring and logging solutions required for a high-volume transaction processing platform.
The ideal candidate will play a role in leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers, while working closely with the Leadership and Principal Software Engineer(s) to drive technical excellence and innovation. This position requires a deep understanding of software development, software development practices, leadership abilities, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in Software Engineering including 5+ years of proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer or equivalent role, with a strong track record of technical leadership and mentorship.
• Expertise in software development, including proficiency in Java, Python, Associated frameworks, MSSQL and Oracle PL/SQL.
• 8-10 years’ experience working with relational databases, and ETL processes.
• 6+ years’ experience with vector databases, SQL, No-SQL.
• 4+ years experience with high volume message based interfaces and Tx (transaction) processing.
• Experience with AI Assistants such as Claude Code or Codex.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical initiatives and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices are preferred.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong presence in the software development community are desirable.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Problem-solving and thinking critically.
• Completing tasks independently.
• Interpreting data.
• Making timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Maintaining focus.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Learning new tasks and completing tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
• Remembering and adhering to processes and protocols.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
• Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cloud computing platforms, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices are preferred.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong presence in the software development community are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in a team of Software Engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise.
• Act as a key influencer in technical decision-making and driving architectural improvements.
• Collaborate with Principal Software Engineers and Leadership to design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions.
• Drive technical initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other areas for improvement.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance the team's capabilities.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale, complex systems.
• Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting.
• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

Benefits

• Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to our Careers page.

What This Job Offers

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