Associate Software Architect

MemorialCare; Fountain Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

MemorialCare seeks an Associate Software Architect in Fountain Valley, predominantly remote but must be based in Southern California. The role focuses on designing scalable systems, AI/ML integration, and delivering enterprise-grade software for our Physician Data Science initiatives.

You'll mentor engineers, lead feature-level design decisions, and collaborate across teams to align technical strategy with MemorialCare's healthcare vision.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of application experience in relevant Epic module(s) preferred
• Advanced proficiency with AI-powered development tools and secure code practices
• Experience mentoring developers and leading small to medium features

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and develop software to meet end users' needs and deliver on time
• Evaluate tradeoffs and apply UI and infrastructure best practices
• Monitor health and performance of apps and databases and recommend upgrades
• Guide junior developers through code reviews and mentoring
• Lead feature design discussions and AI integration decisions
• Follow Agile/SCRUM practices and participate in grooming and sprint planning
• Ensure AI-assisted development standards and secure code reviews

Skills

Java

C#

AI-powered development

Software architecture

Mentoring

Team leadership

Problem solving

Healthcare domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Healthcare technology familiarity

Tools

Azure OpenAI

Azure AI Services

OpenAI API

Epic modules

Job description

Title: Associate Software Architect

Location: Fountain Valley, Predominantly Remote (Must be located in Southern California)

Department: Physician Data Science

Status: Full Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range*: $120,244.80 - $174,324.80/annually

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

MemorialCare's Enterprise Solution Architects are technology leaders. They drive the technical design of scalable systems for MemorialCare. Enterprise Solution Architects connect MemorialCare's long-term vision with the business and the technical strategy to build an industry-leading platform. They use deep understanding of distributed systems, algorithms optimization, and healthcare knowledge to build a new category of products intersecting deep learning and computing with industry-leading technologies. They harness groundbreaking technologies and build impactful products and platforms that redefines the capabilities of Medical Doctors and MemorialCare's healthcare systems.

MemorialCare Software Architects collaborate across teams to build scalable solutions at MemorialCare, and build services, tools, and libraries that enable innovations in our suite of applications that spans digital media platforms, and web. Software Architects work closely with our varied stakeholders and team members to define requirements for desktop, web and mobile software applications. They design, develop and maintain code for both new application software products and enhancements to existing products. Through this process, they perform unit level verification and assist in final verification of software systems. They assist in the evaluation and recommendations of software packages and tools.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Designs, tests and develops software to meet end users' needs. Accountable for delivery of assigned tasks on time, compliant with development process.
• Evaluates technical tradeoffs of every decision and works on the best UI and infrastructure practices
• Assesses the health and performance of software applications and databases and when appropriate, recommends upgrades/modifications for existing systems and programs
• Supports applications with an understanding of system integration, test planning, scripting, and troubleshooting.
• Establishes, participates and maintains relationships with business units, customers and subject matter experts to remain apprised of direction, project status, architectural and technology trends, risks, and functional/integration issues
• Analyzes program and application performance using various programming languages, tools and techniques
• Develops, enforces, and recommends enhancements to applications in terms of standards, methodologies, compliance, and QA practices
• Adds value to teammates with constructive and critical code reviews, and participates in grooming, sprint planning, research, technical debates, and other agile methodologies and practices
• Mentors and guides junior developers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance on coding practices and problem-solving approaches
• Leads technical discussions for feature-level design decisions, evaluating options and recommending solutions
• Evaluates and integrates AI/ML services (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, or similar platforms) into application architectures, considering technical tradeoffs including performance, cost, security, and maintainability
• Establishes and enforces team standards for AI-assisted development, code quality, and responsible AI use
• Reviews code generated with AI assistance for quality, security vulnerabilities, performance implications, and adherence to architectural patterns
• Follows the Agile software development model working with the development team and SCRUM Master to accomplish assigned tasks
• Contributes to the development and achievement of organizational goals and objectives
• Analyzes and codes complex modules for features and components, defines data structures, and specifies test tools
• Analyzes, designs, and makes recommendations about software solutions based on a solid understanding of computer science theory and best practices

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Experienced with Java, C# or similar object-oriented languages
• Experienced working with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, including various staff levels within the organization
• Experienced in building varied software systems that have been successfully delivered
• Proven knowledge of software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle, including Agile methodologies, coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Required : Advanced proficiency with AI-powered development tools with demonstrated ability to evaluate AI-generated code for security, performance, and maintainability
• Preferred : Experience integrating AI/ML services or APIs into production applications (e.g., Azure OpenAI, OpenAI API, Azure AI Services, or similar platforms)
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts including prompt engineering, API integration patterns, and practical considerations for AI service consumption
• Ability to mentor others on effective AI tool usage and establish team standards for AI-assisted development
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead development of small to medium features
• Experienced in working quickly toward tight deadlines, and make smart tradeoffs between speed, accuracy, and maintainability
• Demonstrated ability to scope design deliverables accurately and prioritize work items appropriately
• Demonstrated knowledge of job associated database/software/documentation
• Demonstrated high energy levels and tolerance of tight deadlines, time pressures, and solution ambiguity
• A minimum of 3 year application experience in relevant Epic module(s) preferred
• Experienced in a healthcare environment preferred
• Demonstrated use of effective written and verbal communications skills
• Proven success working independently as well as exhibiting good participation in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
• Relevant certification in various technological systems, languages, programs or issues. Obtainment of additional relevant certification(s) may be required within first year with MemorialCare