Software Engineer

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Job Code:SFTWRENG

Reports To: Manager, Development

Base Location: AZ or CO

Work Status: Virtual Office

Minimum Starting Monthly Range: $7,941

Hiring Range (Monthly Pay): $7,941 - $9,583

Full-time / Part-time: Full-time

Exempt / Non-Exempt: Exempt

Risk Designation: Extremely High

Summary:

The Software Engineer will be responsible for the development and modification of the HIE interfaces for the Contexture Health Information Exchange, and development of HIE tools using solutions and technology such as C#, SQL, MongoDB, APIs, and Web UIs. As part of the Product Development Team at Contexture, this position will support the development of new and existing solutions at Contexture through all phases of the SDLC. As applicable, after hours may be necessary to support after hours deployments, changes, or major incident response.

This position is based in Phoenix Arizona or Denver Colorado. Our strategic flexibility allows for local remote work opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Develop software to specified requirements using Agile methodologies for Contexture’s current and future tools and solutions
• Mentor and train Software Developers on tools, techniques, and industry best practices
• Cooperate in design, and technical requirement discussions for new products, projects, and tools
• Intermittently assist the evaluation of new development tools and technologies for use within Contexture
• Work with Manager, Development and other team members to establish and follow best practices for integrations and custom tools. This position will be encouraged to think and provide feedback and suggestions for ongoing and upcoming development efforts
• Work closely with Operations, QA, Implementation and Project Managers to support technical efforts throughout the SDLC
• Document the technical specifications of developed solutions
• Perform intermittent peer code reviews
• Develop software across multiple platforms utilizing security best practices
• Function as tier 3 support on post-production issues for Contexture and non-Contexture solutions and products
• Must occasionally be available for after-hours work, outside of normally scheduled hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

• .Net languages, particularly C# (5+ years)
• ASP.Net or Related Web Development (2+ years)
• XML/JSON (5+ years)
• API and Web Service Development: SOAP/REST (2+ years)
• MSSQL and reporting tools (2+ Years)
• NoSQL solutions, particularly MongoDB (2+ Years)
• Analytical, design, and troubleshooting skills
• Agile development practices using JIRA
• Git Version Control (GitHub)
• Self-driven approach to learning
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical business users and customers.
• Healthcare data standards knowledge desired (including HL7, CCDA, IHE and FHIR)
• Understanding of cloud computing and Infrastructure scaling desired

Education/Experience

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Information Technology, Software Development. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or another related field or equivalent work experience.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The position may require occasional availability for after-hours work, outside of regularly scheduled hours.

The position may require ability to periodically drive to and from clients, conferences and / or events; and / or limited travel.

This position is expected to be exposed to, process, or handle sensitive information including but not limited to Protected Health Information (PHI), Personally Identifiable Information (PII), financial information, etc. As such, the holder of this position is expected to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, organizational policies, and compliance expectations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The person in this position needs to frequently communicate and exchange information and move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a keyboard, monitor, calculator, copy / scanner machine, and printer. Frequently moves office and work-related material weighing up to 10 pounds; Occasionally moves office and work-related material weighing up to 30 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and / or qualifications associated with the job.

Benefits: Contexture provides a comprehensive benefits package. For details, please request a Benefit Summary from our Benefits Department.

The organization is an inclusive Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other status protected by law or regulation.