Associate Software Engineer (Java / Spring Boot) - Remote

PURPOSE :

Assists with the design, developing / coding, testing, and documentation of application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives. Performs analysis and debugging of computer software and / or equipment. Performs in accordance with established project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and assists with the integration of software systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and / or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev / ops standards and policies

Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Writes source code to design specifications, perform software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases, and provides software documentation. Analyzes, debugs, and corrects reported software bugs and implements enhancements. Updates user and software documentation. Develop and / or analyze interface design documentation, and help the team estimate features. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team.

Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programing and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.

Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap / architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Under general supervision, the incumbent’s accountabilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Software design, development, and support : Responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of software for responsive websites, mobile apps and integration with partners using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Angular.js, and microservices-oriented architecture.Responsible for coding and documenting quality code using best practices, such as unit test integration.Responsible for troubleshooting system issues related to software.Responsible for providing updates in daily Agile Scrums.Responsible for following DevSecOps methodology– you build it, you run it; you break it, you fix it.Actively participate in the code & design review process.Preparing and producing releases of software components.Troubleshoot production issues across services and multiple levels of the application stack.Respond to inquiries for critical problem resolution.Ensure design is scalable secure and reusable.Maintain consistency with established design patterns.Understand modern software development best practices.
• Technical analysis, collaboration, and communication : Work directly with Full Stack Developers – Senior / Lead and business stakeholders to analyze and elaborate on requirements.Elevates significant issues to the attention of Full Stack Developers & Manager.Collaborate effectively with onsite / offshore teams.Plan and estimate work to be completed.
• Training, Research & Development : Stay current on all programming-related technology trends and innovations.Develop healthcare domain expertise specifically in payer space.Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology and apply it to business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education Level : Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience :   1-3 years of experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture / design, user requirements definition and software specification development.

Required :

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Department

Department :   Integration - Software Product

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.