Sr Software Engineer

Evolent Specialty Services, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolent Specialty Services, Inc is seeking an experienced software engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of complex, scalable software solutions. You will craft high-performance APIs and microservices while collaborating with product, UX, and other engineers to translate business needs into technical solutions.

The role emphasizes code reviews, mentorship of junior engineers, optimizing the software lifecycle with automated testing and CI/CD, and ensuring high availability in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience delivering scalable applications.
• Proficiency in C# or Python.
• Experience with microservices, event-driven architecture, and RESTful API design.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/Google).
• Expertise in SQL and NoSQL database design/optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Healthcare data domain experience and HL7 FHIR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of scalable software solutions.
• Architect and implement high-performance APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and engineers to translate business needs.
• Conduct code reviews and promote best practices.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering technical excellence.
• Improve SDLC with automation, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot production issues to ensure high availability.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve development processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Ambiguity management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS or related

Tools

C#

Python

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

REST APIs

HL7 FHIR

Job description

Your Future Evolves Here Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most complex and costly health conditions. Working across specialties and primary care, we seek to connect the pieces of fragmented health care system and ensure people get the same level of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones. Evolent employees enjoy work/life balance, the flexibility to suit their work to their lives, and autonomy they need to get things done. We believe that people do their best work when they're supported to live their best lives, and when they feel welcome to bring their whole selves to work. That's one reason why diversity and inclusion are core to our business. Join Evolent for the mission. Stay for the culture.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Architect and implement high-performance APIs and microservices that support critical business functions.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX designers, and other engineers, to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best coding practices.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Identify and implement improvements to the software development lifecycle, including automation, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, working to ensure high availability and reliability of services.
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve development processes and team productivity.
• Drive the technical vision for projects, contributing to architectural discussions and long-term planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a proven track record of delivering complex, scalable applications.
• Proficiency in C# or Python and familiarity with their ecosystems.
• Deep understanding of software architecture patterns, such as microservices, event-driven architecture, and RESTful API design.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Expertise in database design and optimization for both SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues quickly.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions, present to stakeholders, and write detailed documentation.
• Ability to identify ambiguity and proactively work to reduce and resolve ambiguity.
• Preferred Experience related to HL7 FHIR.
• Understanding resource-first FHIR patterns.
• Comfortable reading FHIR implementation guides.
• Experience in healthcare data domains such as providers, members, prior authorizations, and claims.

To ensure a secure hiring process we have implemented several identity verification steps, including submission of a government issued photo ID. We conduct identity verification during interviews, and final interviews may require onsite attendance. All candidates must complete a comprehensive background check, in-person I-9 verification, and may be subject to drug screening prior to employment. The use of artificial intelligence tools during interviews is prohibited and monitored. Misrepresentation will result in immediate disqualification from consideration.

Technical Requirements:

• We require that all employees have the following technical capability at their home: High speed internet over 10 Mbps and, specifically for all call center employees, the ability to plug in directly to the home internet router.

Evolent is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact [e-mail] for further assistance.

The expected base salary/wage range for this position is $120,000 - 140,000.

• As part of our total compensation package, Evolent is proud to offer comprehensive benefits (including health insurance benefits) to qualifying employees.
• All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts.