Application Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Remote Application Engineer to enhance their digital capabilities. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and support web applications, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in software development, able to work independently while collaborating with teams across the U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in application engineering or full-stack development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, Java, or C#).
• Experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure and scalable applications and APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement software solutions.
• Monitor application health and performance, proactively addressing issues.

Skills

Software design principles

Object-oriented programming

RESTful API design

Agile methodologies

Healthcare technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Wecare Medical Specialty Group is a leading provider of specialized medical care and support services, dedicated to delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and technologically advanced healthcare. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, we serve a wide network of providers and facilities throughout the United States. Join our dynamic and growing team as we expand our digital capabilities to better serve our community.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Application Engineer to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, integration, and support of web and software applications that enhance our healthcare services and internal operations. This is a remote position, but candidates must reside in the U.S. and be authorized to work in the United States (U.S. citizenship or valid U.S. work permit required).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement software solutions that support business and clinical operations.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable applications and APIs.
• Integrate third-party systems (e.g., EHR, EMR, CRM platforms) using RESTful APIs or other appropriate methods.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing applications to improve performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews, technical planning sessions, and Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for new and existing applications.
• Work with QA and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality releases and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide technical support and training to internal stakeholders and end-users as needed.
• Monitor application health and performance, proactively addressing issues or enhancements.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and other relevant regulations regarding software development and data security in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Required:
• U.S. citizenship or valid U.S. work authorization (e.g., Green Card holder).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in application engineering or full-stack development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or C#.
• Experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue) and back-end technologies (Node.js, Django, .NET, or similar).
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Strong understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and system integration.
• Working knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with distributed teams.
• Experience in healthcare technology environments or familiarity with clinical workflows.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and data security best practices in healthcare.
• Experience with EHR/EMR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization/orchestration tools.
• Previous experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.