Senior Software Engineer - Clinical Systems (External Apps)

Role Summary

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer at Caris collaborates with Software Engineers, Architects, Engineering Managers, Directors, Product Managers (PMs), Software Quality Assurance (SQA) specialists, and Business Analysts (BAs) to develop internal and external software and data solutions. Engineers are responsible for every phase of the application development lifecycle and possess knowledge of enterprise data flow. The role emphasizes building external-facing applications for provider organizations supporting clinical and research workflows, with strong coding skills in Python and/or Node.js/Next.js and frontend frameworks such as Vue or React.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Software Engineering Manager and Business Stakeholders to deliver worldclass applications that support high available external facing web applications.
• Observe HIPAA (Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) rules and regulations as laid down by the HIPAA Compliance Officer. Follow organizational information security policies to safeguard company data and systems.
• Collaborate with team in gathering new requirements, designing technical implementation and successfully converting these designs into practical code and functional programs that fulfill user requirements.
• Test the developed functionality and support the Quality Assurance Team to ensure the solution meets user requirements and is defect-free.
• Monitor incident tickets, determine resolution priority by working with users, and document the resolution for future reference.
• Perform code reviews and offer constructive feedback to team members. Collaborate with cloud operations and DevOps team members to support releases effectively.
• Provide technical/engineering support for existing applications from code delivery until retirement, including performing code fixes for documented defects.
• Analyze and solve complex technical problems, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with other departments such as product management and quality assurance to ensure seamless product delivery.
• Assist management in providing accurate timeline and resource estimates, as well as delivery details, to successfully release products.
• Mentor and coach junior developers to improve their skills and productivity.
• Assist in performing other related duties and special projects as required, and accept other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Required: 5-7 years of proficiency in core Python programming and experienced in JavaScript for both front-end and back-end development, including working knowledge of Node.js, Vue.js or React and TypeScript (Next.js/SAP).
• Required: Exposure to other programming platforms like Java and Spring Boot.
• Required: Proficient in designing interactive applications with a focus on user engagement and seamless user experience leveraging UX tools like Figma, Balsamiq, etc.
• Required: Excellent knowledge of databases, SQL and ORM technologies (MySQL or PostgreSQL).
• Required: Exposure to analytics database implementation like Clickhouse, etc.
• Required: Comprehensive grasp of API design patterns like REST, FastAPI, Websockets for efficient integration across applications/services.
• Required: Implement robust authentication mechanisms, encryption, and other security protocols as part of software development practices following industry-standard protocols like OIDC/OAuth 2.
• Required: Skilled in writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code with iterative delivery mindset.
• Required: Extensive experience in writing, executing, and maintaining unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Required: Work with Docker and Kubernetes (preferred) for containerization and orchestration.
• Required: Proficient with version control systems like Git and familiar with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Required: Proficient in cloud services, including AWS Lambda, SNS/SQS integration, and S3 integration, as well as analogous features in GCP or Azure.
• Required: Understands agile methodologies and thrives in an Agile environment.
• Required: Exhibits excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Required: Possesses strong communication skills and works well collaboratively in team-oriented environments.
• Preferred: Experience in leveraging AI tools like Cursor AI.
• Preferred: Experience with LLM driven development.
• Preferred: Demonstrated capability to independently diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to application software, including root cause analysis and minimal disruption to operations.
• Preferred: Skilled in ensuring HIPAA compliance, improving patient outcomes, and maintaining quality assurance standards in regulatory contexts.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a similar discipline.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Demands: Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Training: All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.
• Other: This position requires periodic travel and flexible availability, including some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. The role may require after-hours response to emergency issues and on-call duties as needed.