Staff Software Development Engineer L5

About Company:

Inovalon is at the forefront of technological innovation in the healthcare industry. We leverage cutting-edge technology and data to drive the transformation of healthcare, aiming to improve outcomes and economics. Our dedication to our mission helps our clients succeed and, in turn, contributes to the betterment of healthcare for millions.

Role Summary:

The ideal candidate will spearhead the development and optimization of our data processing capabilities, harnessing new technologies and frameworks using AWS and Snowflake. This position demands a unique blend of technical expertise, a passion for data-driven healthcare solutions, and a dedication to collaborative problem-solving and project execution.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and integrate cutting-edge technologies and frameworks for advanced data processing in AWS.

Document technical designs and project scopes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Develop distributed data processing pipelines utilizing state-of-the-art tools and programming languages.

Foster a culture of collaboration, engaging in design, code, and test plan reviews.

Engage with business stakeholders and architectural leads to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions.

Tackle complex data challenges with detailed analysis and effective problem-solving.

Ensure system efficiency, scalability, and security through AWS cloud-based solutions.

Automate software delivery and system configuration to streamline operations.

Implement monitoring systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Adhere to strict security and compliance standards, especially within the healthcare sector.

Qualifications:

Solid programming experience in Java (5+ years), with expertise in Spring Boot.

Deep understanding of SQL, Snowflake, and big data technologies like EMR and Spark.

Experience with AWS services such as ECS, Glue, Step Functions, Lambda, and S3.

Proven ability to design monitorable infrastructure and automated testing processes that catch bugs early and guarantee production uptime.

The candidate must possess a mature, security-conscious approach to AI-assisted development, using AI tools effectively for tasks like debugging and testing while maintaining rigorous manual validation and mentoring juniors to prevent blind reliance on generated code.

Proven track record in managing complex projects in high-pressure scenarios.

Exceptional problem-solving abilities and team collaboration skills.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards, including HIPAA.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Primarily sedentary work in a remote setting.

Occasional travel may be required for training or team meetings.