Software Architect, athenaCollector

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

We are looking for a Software Architect to join our athenaCollector team.

In athenaCollector, we build technology solutions that automate revenue lifecycle management. This team is innovative, passionate, and driven by our mission to help make an impact by simplifying and automating complex administrative tasks, so medical practices can devote resources to patients. But enough about us; let’s talk about you.

You are a Software Architect who will lead the technical strategy and vision, closely working with other cross-functional, cross-product Architects and technologists to produce key architectural capabilities, to ensure the stability, security and scalability of our systems.

You are an influential leader who demonstrates exceptional design abilities & engineering excellence. Your chief job will be to build the automation strategy of our Collector platform while maintaining the delicate balance between modernization and delivering business value.

The Team : Our zones ensure the financial success of our clients through automation and outsourcing of work related to patient registration, authorizations and claim submission. We have many talented engineers that need a high-performance architectural leader to inspire, mentor, lead and help shape their designs

Job Responsibilities

Produce accurate, unambiguous technical design specifications to the appropriate detail

Identify and influence the solution to complex technical issues. Build prototype and POC’s to promote new technologies and processes

Lead by example, delivering high-quality code for critical sections of the product and / or platform; champion quality standards, performance and scalability

Provide cross-functional coordination and communication, and mentorship of less senior team members.

Typical Qualifications

12-14 years’ experience in software engineering

Proven experience building and deploying scalable apps using modern cloud platform technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, ECS, AWS Service Catalog)

Expertise in modern programming object-oriented languages such as C#, C++, Perl, Java, Python, and JavaScript / React

Automating provisioning distributed services on public / on-perm cloud platforms

Deep database experience – RDBMS and No-SQL

Understanding of scalable, cloud architectures and experience in applying them to real world problems

Experience with AI – ML or LLM / Agentic frameworks a plus

Familiarity with workflow, rule (DMN) engines a plus

Extensive Agile preferred

Knowledge of health interoperability standards (FHIR, HL7, ANSI) and different healthcare systems (EHR, EMR, CDS) a plus

Experience leading working teams across geographies, with the ability to engage in difficult conversations to achieve goals while maintaining positive relationships. Must be laser-focused on objectives and capable of influencing both technical and non-technical teams.

About athenahealth

Our vision : In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

Our company culture : Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.

Our DEI commitment : Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.

What we can do for you :

Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.

We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.

In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.

Learn more about our culture and benefits here : athenahealth.com / careers