WellSky

Staff Software Engineer

WellSky • $130K — $160K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Overland Park, KS
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • 8-12 years related work experience
  • Proficient in Python
  • Experience with Django or other ORM
  • Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Experience utilizing AI tools
  • Background in large transactional processing at scale

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and architecture of scalable, reliable systems and services
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize technical requirements
  • Act as a go-to expert to identify and resolve complex issues in development and production
  • Contribute to code reviews and provide technical guidance to other engineers
  • Drive innovation by evaluating and implementing new technologies and methodologies
  • Ensure code meets performance requirements and advocate for high-quality software
  • Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and drive data-informed outcomes

Benefits

  • Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits
  • Mental Health support through EAP
  • Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
  • 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
  • Educational assistance up to $2500 per year
Full Job Description
The Staff Software Engineer is responsible for all stages of the software development lifecycle using a variety of technologies and tools to build impactful software solutions. The scope of this job includes building and optimizing comprehensive solutions that prioritize end-user efficiency and experience.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and architecture of major systems and services, and ensure software solutions are scalable, reliable, maintainable, and aligned with business needs.
  • Collaborate with solution managers, engineers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize technical requirements that meet client needs and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure sustained quality and reliability of our software solutions, and act as a go-to expert by identifying and resolving complex, high-priority issues in both development and production environments.
  • Actively contribute to code reviews, provide constructive feedback on design and implementation, and provide technical guidance to other engineers to elevate skills, productivity, and overall effectiveness.
  • Drive innovation by evaluating and implementing new technologies, methodologies, and AI capabilities that improve team efficiency, software performance, and development processes.
  • Ensure code meets functional and performance requirements, advocate for high-quality software, and ensure rigorous testing processes, including automated unit tests, integration tests, and other testing frameworks.
  • Leverage AI tools and platforms as an integral part of daily responsibilities to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive data-informed outcomes.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • 8-12 years related work experience
  • Proficient in Python
  • Django experience or other ORM
  • Previous experience working with cloud technologies. AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Experience utilizing any AI tools
  • Experience with large transactional processing at scale


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Healthcare industry experience
  • GraphQL, Flask
  • Experience using Claude Code


Job Expectations:
  • Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed
  • Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information
  • Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time


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Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:

  • Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits
  • Mental Health support through EAP
  • Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
  • 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
  • Educational assistance up to $2500 per year

About WellSky

WellSky is a technology company that provides software solutions for healthcare providers and organizations. The company's products and services include electronic health records, revenue cycle management, home health and hospice software, and more. WellSky's mission is to empower care providers with the tools they need to deliver better care and improve patient outcomes. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Lawrence, Kansas.
Learn more about WellSky
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$20 million
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$500 million
NASDAQ
WELL
* Ladders Estimates

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