Staff Software Engineer - Pleasanton, CA / Sunnyvale, CA

Abbott • Pleasanton, CA

1d • $114,000 - $228,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Software Engineer role focuses on building and evolving full-stack, cloud-native applications running on Microsoft Azure. The platform is a mission-critical SaaS healthcare system designed for scalability, security, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• 10+ years of backend development experience (full-stack experience preferred), with a proven ability to lead development in the following areas:
• Java 11+, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST API development (GraphQL is a plus)
• Database technologies (PostgreSQL preferred)
• Building cloud-native SaaS applications following well-architected principles (Azure Cloud preferred)
• Azure PaaS services, including Messaging/Service Bus, NoSQL databases/Cosmos DB, Blob Storage, Redis Cache, and Identity Manager
• Knowledge of AI agents within the software development lifecycle is a plus.
• Frontend skills (preferred): Angular TypeScript JavaScript CSS HTML State management (NgRx) Functional programming Charting and grid libraries (amCharts, AG-Grid) Nx build system and developer productivity tools
• Testing and tools: Unit testing (JUnit, Jest) Static code analyzers Load testing tools (JMeter, Lighthouse) preferred
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines is a plus
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of component-based architecture, security, performance optimization, design patterns, reusability, and standardization.
• Experience with visual modeling and design, multithreading, formal software development methodologies, and source code management.
• Familiarity with regulated medical software development is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with iterative development processes, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Proficiency in unit, integration, and automated testing methodologies.
• Soft Skills: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Ability to travel approximately 10%.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

• GraphQL is a plus
• Knowledge of AI agents within the software development lifecycle is a plus.
• Load testing tools (JMeter, Lighthouse) preferred
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines is a plus
• Familiarity with regulated medical software development is a plus.
• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement microservices using Java 11+, Spring Boot, and REST APIs (GraphQL is a plus).
• Build cloud-native SaaS applications following well-architected principles on Azure Cloud.
• Work with Azure PaaS services such as Service Bus, Cosmos DB, Blob Storage, Redis Cache, and Identity Manager.
• Build responsive and dynamic user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
• Implement state management using NgRx and work with charting and grid libraries (amCharts, AG-Grid).
• Write unit tests using JUnit and Jest and apply static code analysis tools.
• Conduct load testing using tools such as JMeter and Lighthouse.
• Ensure security, performance, and adherence to design patterns and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive architectural decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment (Scrum/Kanban).

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

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