Position Overview
This role plays a key role in the strategic development and optimization of infrastructure software. Requires independent design, implementation, and enhancement of core system components, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance. Leads troubleshooting efforts for complex software defects, mentors junior team members, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and features.
What You’ll Do:
Develop, maintain, and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views to support data processing, data QA, and operational workflows
Review and refactor code for maintainability, efficiency, and adherence to best practices, mentoring junior programmers in technical skills and standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, database administrators, and security specialists, to integrate new features and technologies
Author technical reports, contribute to the company’s knowledge base, and present findings and recommendations to technical leadership
Manage information systems, oversee data integrity, and ensure proper documentation and version control for all technical deliverables
Participate in technical conferences, workshops, and external collaborations to stay abreast of industry trends and innovations
Attend company training and regional training in area of expertise
Present own work to members of department and external consultants and external professional meetings
What You’ll Bring to Zelis:
Bachelor's degree plus 2-4 years experience, Master's degree a plus
Experience working in healthcare industry preferred, especially with providers and networks
Advanced SQL skills, preferably MS SQL Server
Proficiency using AI tools skillfully with an understanding of how to develop/create intelligent prompts and/or agents
Advanced proficiency in systems programming and debugging
Experience with distributed systems, networking protocols, and database internals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Work experience in healthcare industry preferred, especially with providers and networks
Location and Workplace Flexibility
Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.
While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.
Base Salary Range
$86,000.00 - $109,250.00
At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.
Zelis’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’ health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.