Software Development Engineer II

NationsBenefits, LLC; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NationsBenefits seeks a Software Development Engineer II (Platform) in Plantation, FL. You will design, develop, and maintain FinTech features using Java 21 and Spring Boot 3.x, building scalable microservices and REST APIs.

Work with product managers, participate in code reviews, and ensure code quality with unit and integration tests, while adhering to security and compliance standards. Full-time on-site role in Florida.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in Java 21 with Spring Boot 3.x.
• Strong expertise in microservices architecture and RESTful API development.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure, and containerization tools like Docker/Kubernetes.
• CI/CD pipelines, Git, SonarQube, and automated testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito).
• Agile development methodologies with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain features for our FinTech application using Java 21 and Spring Boot 3.x.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code focusing on performance and maintainability.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services to extend application functionality.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers to translate requirements into technical designs.
• Write unit and integration tests; participate in code reviews and quality assurance.

Job description

NationsBenefits is recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in America and a Healthcare Fintech provider of supplemental benefits, flex cards, and member engagement solutions. We partner with managed care organizations to provide innovative healthcare solutions that drive growth, improve outcomes, reduce costs, and bring value to their members.

Through our comprehensive suite of innovative supplemental benefits, fintech payment platforms, and member engagement solutions, we help health plans deliver high-quality benefits to their members that address the social determinants of health and improve member health outcomes and satisfaction.

Our compliance-focused infrastructure, proprietary technology systems, and premier service delivery model allow our health plan partners to deliver high-quality, value-based care to millions of members.

We offer a fulfilling work environment that attracts top talent and encourages all associates to contribute to delivering premier service to internal and external customers alike. Our goal is to transform the healthcare industry for the better! We provide career advancement opportunities from within the organization across multiple locations in the US, South America, and India.

Job Title: Software Development Engineer II (Platform)

Department: Engineering - FinTech

Location: Plantation, FL, USA

Reports To: VP of Fintech

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

1. Application Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain features for our FinTech application using Java 21 and Spring Boot 3.x.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code, focusing on both performance and maintainability.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services to extend the functionality of the application.

2. Collaboration & Teamwork:

• Collaborate with senior engineers and other team members to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Work closely with Product Managers to understand business requirements and translate them into detailed technical designs and features.
• Participate in code reviews, share best practices, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

3. Testing & Quality Assurance:

• Write unit and integration tests to ensure the quality and stability of the codebase.
• Debug and resolve issues, ensuring that the application runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Participate in ensuring that the software adheres to quality standards and meets regulatory requirements.

4. Continuous Improvement:

• Suggest and implement improvements to the development process, tools, and technologies used by the team.
• Contributes to building a positive, collaborative, and knowledge-sharing environment within the engineering team.

5. Compliance & Security:

• Follow best practices to ensure that the application is secure and compliant with relevant industry regulations.
• Be proactive about identifying and mitigating potential security risks and vulnerabilities in the system.

Requirements:

• Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of professional experience in Java 21 with Spring Boot 3.x
• Microservices & APIs: Strong expertise in microservices architecture and RESTful API development.
• Database Management: Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases. (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
• DevOps & Cloud: Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure, and containerization tools like Docker/Kubernetes.
• CI/CD & Version Control: Proficiency in Git and experience working with CI/CD pipelines, SonarQube etc.
• Agile & Collaboration: Experience in Agile development methodologies with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Unit Testing: Proficiency in SonarQube, and automated testing (JUnit, Mockito, PITest).

Preferred Qualifications:

• DevOps Tools: Knowledge of Jenkins, Kubernetes, and other DevOps automation tools.
• Full-Stack Exposure: Familiarity with front-end frameworks like React
• FinTech Experience: Understanding payment systems, transaction processing, and data security in FinTech applications. Awareness of compliance frameworks such as PCI-DSS
  

NationsBenefits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.