Software Engineer - (Remote)

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in Reston, VA seeks an experienced software engineer to design, develop, test, and document application programs for computer systems. You will work with stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and build large, distributed, API-driven services.

The role requires hands-on coding across front-end and back-end, strong SDLC knowledge, and ability to mentor teammates in a matrix environment while delivering high-quality software within deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or CS required, or 4 additional years of relevant experience.
• 3 years software development experience in an object-oriented language.
• Ability to work with stakeholders to define system scope and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform software analysis, design, and testing; document code and interfaces.
• Build large, distributed, API-driven systems for tens of thousands of users.
• Analyze defects, update documentation, and report results.
• Extend libraries and systems to meet team needs.
• Participate in meetings and peer reviews; stay current with tech trends.
• Ensure compliance with SDLC standards and procedures.

Skills

Programming languages

SDLC knowledge

Communication skills

Cloud basics

Databases

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps practices

TDD/BDD

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

SQL

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

Purpose

Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives. 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. Performs in accordance with established project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

Resp & Qualifications

Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives. 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. Performs in accordance with established project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

Essential Functions

• 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. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Build large, distributed, API-driven systems for tens of thousands of users. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programing and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
• Analyzes, debugs, and corrects reported software bugs and enhancements. Updates user and software documentation. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• Analyzes and implements functional requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining.
• Writes system design and application code documentation. Gathers, analyzes, and composes technical information. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team.
• Analyzes data and provides expertise in interpreting results and gathers and documents technical and functional user requirements and specifications.
• Participates in regular meetings, providing status on current tasks. Participates in peer reviews of software development artifacts. Continuous learning of technologies trends, and best practices.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports, however, may informally lead teams in a matrix environment.

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: 3 years software development experience in object-oriented language.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. C, Python, .NET Framework, Java, etc.).
• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Basic understanding of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure).
• Basic understanding of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, 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.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• 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: $79,704 - $158,301

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).

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified 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