Senior Backend Architect & Tech Leader, Cloud & AI

Zelis Healthcare, LLC; Utah; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zelis Healthcare, LLC is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to design and operate core backend systems. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience focusing on backend engineering, including web services and APIs. Responsibilities include developing high-quality backend services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring operational excellence in a cloud environment. The role promotes a hybrid and remote-friendly culture, emphasizing continuous improvement and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, primarily focused on backend systems.
• Proven ability to deliver reliable, maintainable software in production environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality backend services and supporting systems.
• Own services in production, including deployment, monitoring, performance, and operational health.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Backend systems expertise

APIs development

Cloud platforms experience

CI/CD processes

TypeScript

Node.js

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

AWS

Terraform

Elasticsearch

Job description

Zelis Healthcare, LLC is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to design and operate core backend systems. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience focusing on backend engineering, including web services and APIs. Responsibilities include developing high-quality backend services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring operational excellence in a cloud environment. The role promotes a hybrid and remote-friendly culture, emphasizing continuous improvement and team collaboration.