IT Software Engineer Senior (J2EE/Java Full Stack) – Remote

Paradigm; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A health management organization is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to develop and maintain their software applications. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience, particularly in Java and full-stack development, and strong leadership capabilities. This remote position requires collaboration with various stakeholders in a dynamic work environment, ensuring quality throughout the development lifecycle. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health and wellness insurance options

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Learning and development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of object-oriented development experience.
• 5 years of full-stack Java application development experience.
• Strong leadership, data analysis, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, write, and test new software programs.
• Develop software to meet design specifications.
• Collaborate with project managers and business analysts.

Skills

Java coding skills

JavaScript

Agile Scrum

SQL tuning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins Pipeline

Spring Framework

Azure DevOps

Job description

IT Software Engineer Senior (J2EE/Java Full Stack) – Remote

Paradigm is an accountable specialty care management organization focused on improving the lives of people with complex injuries and diagnoses. The company has been a pioneer in value-based care since 1991 and has an exceptional track record of generating the very best outcomes for patients, payers, and providers. Deep clinical expertise is the foundation for every part of Paradigm’s business: risk-based clinical solutions, case management, specialty networks, home health, shared decision support, and payment integrity programs.

We’re proud to be recognized—again! For the fourth year in a row, we’ve been certified by Great Place to Work®, and for the third consecutive year, we’ve earned a spot on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Health Care™ list. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and employee‑centric culture where people thrive.

We are seeking a full‑time, remote Software Engineer Senior position.

Location: Chicago, Dallas or Tampa Area

Employment type: Remote; employee will attend the office monthly.

Interview Type: Remote and In‑Person (final round)

Position Responsibilities:

• Research, design, write, and test new software programs.
• Develop design specifications for required software and hardware, reviewing with the development team.
• Develop software to meet design specifications or modify existing systems.
• Integrate incompatible platforms and create linking code.
• Maintain systems by monitoring, identifying, and correcting software defects.
• Investigate new technologies and provide input to current software selection tools.
• Create and update technical documentation using high‑level specifications.
• Plan, conduct, and document unit tests.
• Write operational deployment documentation and other technical documents.
• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and DBAs to maintain and troubleshoot software.
• Continuously update technical knowledge through courses and conferences.
• Apply problem‑solving and lateral thinking to meet project needs.
• Participate in architecture, design, and delivery of system software.
• Train or assist in training IT and user personnel on software implementation.
• Plan projects by identifying tasks, estimating time, and defining completion dates.
• Communicate status to supervisors and team members.
• Ensure quality throughout the system development life cycle and recommend improvements.
• Maintain support, troubleshoot, and enhance current production applications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, CE, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of object‑oriented development, especially N‑tier distributed systems.
• 5 years of full‑stack Java application development experience.
• Excellent Java coding background and familiarity with JavaScript, GitHub, Jenkins Pipeline, Spring Framework, Java, MQ, RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Kinesis.
• Knowledge of SQL Server, DB2, or Oracle; strong SQL and query tuning skills.
• Experience with Agile Scrum and test‑driven development.
• Exposure to Azure DevOps, Azure API APIM, Gateway, and AKS preferred.
• Strong leadership, data analysis, rapid application design, and communication skills.

Non‑Technical Proficiencies:

• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Self‑motivation and adaptability in fast‑paced, dynamic environments.
• Multiple deadline management and innovative solution design.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Team collaboration and leadership for cohesive team environment.
• Project team leadership from analysis through implementation.

Benefits:

• Health and wellness: PPO, HDHP, and HMO insurance options with Cigna and Kaiser (CA employees only).
• Competitive salary, 401(k) matching, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending, commuter accounts, and employer‑matched HSA contributions.
• Paid time off and personal holiday programs.
• One paid day per calendar year for volunteer time.
• Learning Excellence at Paradigm (LEAP) program for continuous professional growth.

Paradigm believes that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is central to our mission of helping more people and transforming lives. We’re striving to build a culture that better reflects the society we live in and empowers our team to deliver the highest levels of compassion and care to those we serve.

Paradigm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Leave Management at [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.