Senior Software Engineer - (Remote)

CareFirst, Inc.; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 99,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield seeks an experienced software engineer to perform complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of critical applications. You will work across front-end and back-end technologies, implementing interfaces, documenting code, and ensuring system reliability at scale.

The role requires 5 years of software development experience, strong SDLC knowledge, and proficiency in JavaScript/Angular, cloud platforms (AWS/EKS), and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent work experience
• 5 years of software development experience with design, requirements, and specifications
• Knowledge of SDLC and ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels
• Proficient with integrating complex systems and cloud technologies (AWS/EKS)
• Experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks
• Familiarity with testing practices including TDD/BDD and automated tests
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and work across cross-functional teams
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple demands

Responsibilities

• Perform technical design, coding, and testing of applications; act as SME for discussions
• Develop interface design documentation and ensure adherence to standards
• Implement functional/non-functional requirements, including performance and availability
• Maintain and extend existing systems; contribute to product scoping and architecture discussions
• Provide direct technical support for high visibility applications; mentor junior staff
• Extend open-source libraries and evaluate emerging technologies

Skills

SDLC

JavaScript

Angular

Cloud AWS

AWS

EKS

Liferay

SQL

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

TDD/BDD

Deployment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

4 years relevant work experience in lieu of bachelor

Tools

Liferay

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE:

Performs complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev/ops standards and policies.
• Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programing and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
• Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap / architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience: 5 years experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition and software specification development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise.
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems.
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, Angular.).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, EKS).
• Proficient in Liferay product development.
• Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Fundamental knowledge of software engineers? best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests.
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework.
• Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Salary Range: $98,784 - $196,196

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

Claims and Integration

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of theCompany to provide equal employment opportunities to allqualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship