Principal Software Engineer- Application Architect - AvaSure
Grand Rapids, MI
About the Job
Do you live, sleep, eat and breathe all things software? Do you learn quickly and want to help make a difference in the healthcare industry? Would you like to use your skills in a collaborative and fast-paced work environment?
If so, this may be the perfect role for you! Please review the details below and click "Apply" today if this role excites you as a potentially amazing fit!
Position Purpose:
A Principal Software Engineer is responsible for the overarching technical design and application architecture for on-prem and cloud environments. They will carry out strategies to enhance integration and efficiency, providing technical guidance to software teams wherever needed. They must document, develop, and regulate systems to resolve problems identified through customer feedback or in-house testing. They contribute to the multi-year tech strategy of the company to provide direction for design and architecture. A Principal Software Engineer reports to a team member at the senior management level. Principal Software Engineers can work independently or with any level of the engineering team. Principal Software Engineers' assigned tasks are created with guidance of senior management, defined independently, assigned from management, or project management.
Education & Experience:
- 10+ years' related experience in software development is required.
- At least 4 years of recent experience in application architecture in cloud environments is required.
- A bachelor's degree in a related field (Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, etc.) is required.
- Expertise in at least three relevant programming languages.
- Proficient in relevant database types.
- Able to communicate effectively with peers, internal teams, management and external customers
- Follows directions and completes tasks as expected
- Takes initiative on resolving issues and improving the codebase
- Able to design and build out task hierarchies for new products as well as product features and fixes
- Able to lead teams in technical direction and assist Tech Leads/Project Managers with workload planning and distribution
- Able to mentor lower-level of software engineer
- Able to identify weaknesses in architecture and security
- Experience architecting a new product line
- Experience with product development from inception to completion on at least one project
- Good verbal communication
- Positive teamwork skills and attitude with all levels of the company
Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
- Supervise and oversee the software design process for assigned projects
- Contribute to system and application architecture
- Facilitate new software implementation
- Works on advanced, complex technical projects that require leading-edge technical knowledge
- Recommend new technologies that can help increase productivity
- Evaluate existing processes and procedures to identify areas that need optimization
- Assess the efficiency of technologies, tools, and packages
- Build, set up, and improve systems, procedures, and application code
- Collaborate across the Engineering department on projects and prototypes
- Define cost and timeline estimates for development work
- Collect and interpret analytical and performance data, as well as prepare progress reports
- Translate business requirements to technical specifics and develop software architecture and design based on product requirements
- Keep up to date on the latest industry technologies and solutions, validate the software developed and debug code issues
- Should have expert-level knowledge in three or more coding languages of which should be C# and Java along with JavaScript, Java, Python or C++
- Have Knowledge of Web/HTML5 programming
- Program for Windows and Linux targets
- Use various software tools on workstations in typical software development environments
- Understand software principals, theories and concepts related to software engineering including:
- Software development lifecycle and software development process
- Object-oriented analysis, design, and programming
- Unit testing experience and in-depth knowledge of test-driven development concepts
- Design patterns and how to implement them
- Troubleshooting and debugging strategies and best practices
- Support internal and external customers for software in testing and production environments
- Coordinate with other team members on projects using a variety of communication methods such as email, video conferencing, and instant messaging
- Support lower-level engineers and help mentor them on their career path
- Provide feedback to staff's direct-line management regarding performance and development
Competencies & Work Style:
- Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Problem-solving and logical thinking
- Passionate about your work
- Able to Work in a team environment
- Experienced in active listening skills
- Able to take initiative and act accordingly
- Outcome focused
- Customer success focused
- Strategic Planning
- Software Design
- Software Documentation
- Ability to lead/mentor
Supervisory Requirements
None
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
- Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature
- While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time and use a computer.
- This position is full-time.
- The position may be located remotely within the U.S.
Benefits & Perks
- AvaSure sponsored Medical, Dental & Vision
- Safe Harbor 401K with Employer Matching up to 4%
- HSA Employer Contributions, Employer Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and AD&D Insurance Plans
- Flexible Time Off Plan & Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Generous Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education Reimbursement available
- Employee Referral Bonus
Why AvaSure?
As the pioneer and expert in inpatient telehealth, AvaSure has provided safer environments for over 1 million patients, with over 50 million live monitoring hours. By continuing to reduce adverse events, and by optimizing workforce efficiencies for the nation's top health systems, AvaSure has consistently lowered the cost of care while providing safer, more efficient healthcare for everyone.​
Diversity creates a healthier work environment: AvaSure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.