Specialist, Software Engineering

Job Description

Join our transformative team within Human Health Digital, Data, and Analytics (HHDDA), where we are pioneering innovative solutions that empower stakeholders to make informed, data-driven decisions in optimizing patient care. As a Specialist, Software Engineering, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our advanced internal forecasting products, contributing to a cohesive and impactful commercial decision-support suite. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with our core product delivery team to develop the next generation of our internal forecasting platform. Your technical solutions will have a direct impact on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our business operations, ultimately improving the lives of our customers.

We are looking for a forward-thinking candidate who thrives on continuous improvement and is passionate about writing high-quality, efficient, and user-friendly code. Your analytical mindset and data-driven approach will guide you in evaluating new functionalities and embracing the learning opportunities that come from trying new ideas—even if that means failing fast. You will be encouraged to take initiative working independently while fostering collaboration with a team that values growth, creativity, and a culture of continuous learning.

Primary Activities & Responsibilities include and may not be limited to:

• Contribute to architectural discussions for various components within the platform 

• Independently research potential solutions as needed 

• Write high quality code, complete with tests, typing, and generally conforming to software best practices 

• Collaborate with DevOps team to implement CI/CD release workflows 

• Contribute to design and use of APIs to expose backend functionality 

• Conduct code reviews, ensure changes enhance maintainability, performance, and security 

• Analyze and improve efficiency and scalability of systems and processes 

• Create prototypes for new features and see those through to production 

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or similar STEM field 

• Minimum 2 years of software engineering experience, specifically building and delivering quality systems 

• Advanced experience with Python (FastAPI, async.io) 

• Advanced experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes) 

• Experience with data modelling, relational, and non-relational data-stores 

• Experience AWS tooling (EKS, Cloudwatch, S3) 

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse groups of work colleagues and positively manage ambiguity. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both oral and written) with the ability to clearly communicate complex messages to a variety of audiences 

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Expected US salary range:

$85,600.00 - $134,800.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

Yes

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Software Configurations, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Solution Architecture, System Designs, Systems Integration, Testing

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

03/7/2025

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