ML Engineer II

Waystar, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards

Customizable benefits package

Generous PTO + holidays

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Education assistance

Mental health programs

401(k) with match

Pet insurance

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Waystar, Inc. is seeking an Application Engineer to design, build, and implement web applications and back-end services for internal customers. You’ll work with cloud components and generative AI on Google Cloud, ensuring code quality and SDLC adherence.

The role requires 2–5 years of experience, strong coding skills in C#/.NET, Python, SQL, and familiarity with MVC, containers, and GCP. Collaboration and fast-paced adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in software development.
• Proficient in C#/.NET; experience with Python and SQL.
• Experience with MVC, containers, and Google Cloud Platform.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement improvements or new features.
• Build back-end services and web applications for internal customers.
• Work with Google Cloud Platform and generative AI services.
• Adhere to coding standards and SDLC processes.
• Unit test changes and coordinate with business owners to meet requirements.
• Participate in deployment and post-release smoke testing.

Skills

C# / .NET

Python

SQL

MVC

GCP

Containers

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MQ

Load balancers

Cloud platforms

Job description

ABOUT THIS POSITION

We are looking for an outstanding, brilliant, and driven Application Engineer to join our growing Advanced R & D team. In this mission critical role, the Application Engineer will design, build, and implement amazing web applications and back‑end services for our internal customers. They will also have the opportunity to work with cloud‑based components and generative AI services on the Google platform.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Designs, develops, tests, and implements improvements or new features in our core code deployment tools and supporting applications, based on the functional and technical specifications.
• Designs, develops, tests, and implements new features using the Google Cloud Platform.
• Designs, develops, tests, and implements new services that interact with various generative AI models hosted on Google Cloud and on‑premises.
• Responsible for adhering to coding standards and the approved technologies.
• Unit tests all changes on development, and then works with the appropriate Business and/or Technology Owner(s) to ensure that the developed solution meets the business requirements.
• Communicates development progress daily to the senior‑level team members.
• Attends to any work items assigned through the internal case system in a timely fashion.
• Takes ownership of work items assigned, communicates estimates and daily progress as part of the SDLC process, and actively works to resolve issues blocking progress.
• Assists in the QA process.
• Participates, as required, in production deployment, providing instructions and support for deploying the code changes successfully, and for smoke testing code post‑release.
• Develops and maintains open and fluid communication with management.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with other team members.
• Additional duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 2‑5 years experience.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts.
• Can code in one or more general purpose programming languages; C# and .NET programming languages are preferred.
• Experience with Python and SQL.
• Experience with MVC / Containers / GCP preferred.
• Experience with infrastructure components such as servers, networking, load balancers, and MQ preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a very fast‑paced environment & welcome change.
• Highly self‑motivated.
• Ability to work both in team and solo environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience.

WAYSTAR PERKS

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable).
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Savings Account company match).
• Generous paid time off for our non‑exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays.
• Flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave (including maternity & paternity leave).
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access.
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support.
• 401(K) program with company match.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee resource groups.

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.