Back End Developer

Seneca Resources; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join a mission-driven team supporting healthcare accounting services. The ideal candidate will have strong backend or full-stack development experience, deep understanding of financial systems integration, and a working knowledge of compliance standards. Responsibilities include designing backend systems, building APIs, and ensuring systems compliance. This contract position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in backend or full-stack software development.
• Proficient in developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Strong database design and transaction experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend accounting modules for healthcare eligibility.
• Implement features for financial reconciliation and payment tracking.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.

Skills

Java

C#

Python

Node.js

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Oracle

RESTful APIs

microservices

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

HIPAA Compliance

EDI 270/271

X12

HL7

FHIR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Backend Developer – Healthcare Accounting Services

Location: Herndon, VA (Onsite)

Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible for Arkansas Security Clearance

Position Status: Long‑Term Contract

Position Description:

We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join a mission‑driven team supporting Healthcare Accounting Services for the State of Arkansas. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain backend systems that power healthcare eligibility, claims, and financial reconciliation workflows.

The ideal candidate brings strong backend or full‑stack development experience, deep understanding of financial systems integration, and working knowledge of healthcare data and compliance standards such as HIPAA, CMS, and HITECH. You will develop scalable APIs and microservices, implement secure data processing workflows, and collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and data teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and high‑performing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop backend accounting modules for healthcare eligibility, claims, and payments.
• Implement features for financial reconciliation, payment tracking, and cost allocation.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices integrating with healthcare and financial systems.
• Develop data pipelines and ETL processes for importing, transforming, and reconciling financial data.
• Collaborate with data engineers to design and optimize data models for accounting and claims workflows.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, CMS, and HITECH standards, maintaining PHI/PII protection.
• Implement secure coding practices and build audit trails for financial transactions.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and DevOps automation.
• Work with Kafka or RabbitMQ for asynchronous event‑driven processing.
• Conduct unit, integration, and automated testing to ensure reliability and performance.
• Integrate backend services with EHR platforms, insurance eligibility systems, and ERP/general ledger systems.
• Partner cross‑functionally with QA, DevOps, and product teams to ensure seamless system interoperability.

Required Skills/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in backend or full‑stack software development.
• Proficiency in one or more languages: Java, C#, Python, or Node.js.
• Strong database design and transaction experience (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle).
• Proven expertise developing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps tools.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA compliance, PHI/PII data handling, and secure integration patterns.
• Understanding of healthcare data formats such as EDI 270/271, X12, HL7, and FHIR.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience integrating accounting and financial systems within healthcare environments.
• Exposure to EHR, ERP, or general ledger system integrations.
• Knowledge of ETL development, data reconciliation, and healthcare data pipelines.
• Experience with test‑driven development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven team environment.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting