Davita

Development Technical Lead (IT)

Davita$130K — $155K *
Brea, CA 92821In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years of software development experience
  • 5+ years of hands-on IBM ODM development and architecture experience
  • Strong Java development and enterprise integration expertise
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and service-oriented architectures
  • Proven track record in leading technical teams
  • Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies
  • Strong communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead architecture and development of IBM ODM solutions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into automation solutions
  • Establish ODM governance and best practices
  • Develop rule services integrating with Java and REST APIs
  • Drive modernization towards cloud-ready and microservices architectures
  • Conduct technical design and code reviews
  • Implement CI/CD and automated testing with DevOps teams
  • Mentor developers to foster technical excellence
  • Evaluate AI and Intelligent Automation opportunities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) match and paid time off
  • Support for family resources and counseling services
  • Access to childcare and elder care solutions
  • Maternity/paternity leave
  • Professional development programs and online leadership training
Full Job Description
Posting Date
08/25/2026

5200 Virginia Way, Brentwood, Tennessee, 37027, United States of America

Development Technical Lead

The IBM ODM Technical Lead will play a critical role in designing and delivering enterprise decision automation solutions that support key clinical, operational, and business processes.

This role will lead the architecture, development, governance, and modernization of IBM Operational Decision Manager (ODM) platforms while collaborating across business, product, and engineering teams. The ideal candidate combines deep ODM expertise with a passion for modernization through microservices, cloud technologies, APIs, and emerging AI capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the architecture, design, development, implementation, and support of IBM ODM solutions, including Decision Center, Rule Execution Server (RES), BOM/XOM, decision tables, rule flows, and decision services.
  • Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, and engineering teams to translate complex healthcare and business requirements into scalable decision automation solutions.
  • Establish and govern ODM standards, best practices, rule lifecycle management, versioning, deployment, and operational support processes.
  • Design and develop rule services that integrate seamlessly with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and enterprise applications.
  • Drive modernization initiatives by evolving rule-based solutions toward API-first, cloud-ready, and microservices-based architectures.
  • Lead technical design reviews, code reviews, root cause analysis, and performance optimization efforts across development and production environments.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment frameworks.
  • Mentor and guide developers and engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluate opportunities to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Intelligent Automation, and Decision Intelligence capabilities to enhance business decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture, security, performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements.


Required Qualifications
  • 8-10+ years of software development experience with 5+ years of hands-on IBM ODM development and architecture experience.
  • Strong expertise in IBM ODM Decision Center, Rule Execution Server (RES), Rule Designer, BOM/XOM, decision tables, and rule services.
  • Strong Java development experience and enterprise application integration expertise.
  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and service-oriented architectures.
  • Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex enterprise solutions.
  • Experience working within Agile delivery and DevOps environments.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Spring Boot, Microservices Architecture, Docker, Kubernetes, and API Management technologies.
  • Experience with cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Exposure to AI/ML, Generative AI, Decision Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, or Intelligent Automation solutions.
  • Experience with AI-assisted engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot and related developer productivity platforms.
  • Familiarity with Kafka, event-driven architectures, and enterprise integration patterns.
  • Experience in healthcare, payer, provider, revenue cycle, clinical workflow, or regulated business environments.


Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
  • A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
  • Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
  • Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
  • Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
  • A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
  • Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.


About Information Technology

The Information Technology Department designs, develops and maintains software programs required to keep DaVita on the leading edge of medical technology. DaVita's Information Technology Department has both clinic facing and non-clinic facing subgroups that provide our clinician teammates the tools to provide quality patient care. DaVita IT utilizes designers, developers, system architects, project managers, application architects, nurses, trainers and many more professionals to incorporate the technology needs of our clinicians, business and physician customers.

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

To learn more about our Village and the world of dialysis, click here.

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
  • Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
  • Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.


#LI-SM5

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

About Davita

Since 1992, HealthCare Partners has been committed to developing innovative models of healthcare delivery that improve our patients' quality of life while containing healthcare costs. Our strength is in our steadfast commitment to our guiding principle of coordinated care. Our physicians strive daily to bring the benefits of coordinated care to more than 575,000 managed care patients in California, who represent the diversity of cultures, socioeconomic groups, ages, and health statuses in the communities we serve.

DaVita Careers

Join DaVita, a leader in healthcare services, and become part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a commitment to providing quality care. At DaVita, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity.

Work You’ll Do

At DaVita, we are dedicated to a collaborative team environment where each member’s skills are valued and nurtured. Our focus on professional development and leadership training ensures that every team member can reach their full potential. Whether you are looking for a position in healthcare, administration, or support, DaVita offers a path for career advancement and personal growth.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. DaVita is committed to leading the healthcare industry by adopting new technologies and practices that improve patient care. Our leadership in the healthcare sector is driven by a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

DaVita offers a wide range of employment opportunities and internships that provide hands-on experience and the chance to make meaningful contributions. From clinical roles to corporate positions, our company is looking for passionate, curious, and driven individuals. Explore where your career can take you with DaVita.

Grow Your Career

With DaVita, you are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members’ health, well-being, and financial growth. We believe in nurturing our employees' careers with robust training programs, including diversity training and skills development workshops.

Be Part of Our Culture

At DaVita, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture that promotes diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team inspires innovation and enhances our ability to provide top-notch care. Our employees enjoy a supportive network that fosters open communication and continuous learning.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for creative, solution-driven team players who are passionate about making a difference. At DaVita, you’ll find a community where you can build a rewarding career.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest in career opportunities at DaVita. Personalize your job search and receive alerts about new positions that align with your career goals. Stay ahead with insider perspectives and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here.

Networking and Professional Development

Engage with a vast network of professionals and take advantage of networking opportunities that can lead to valuable career advancements. At DaVita, we encourage our team members to connect, share, and learn from each other to enhance their professional and personal development.

Interview and Resume Tips

Prepare for your future with DaVita by accessing resources that help you craft your resume and hone your interview skills. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry. Join DaVita today and be part of a company that is as dedicated to its employees as it is to its patients. Explore the possibilities and find out how you can contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care.
Learn more about Davita
Size
69,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$773.6 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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