Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
At least 2 years of professional software development experience
Experience in healthcare or a regulated environment is a plus
Strong foundation in software engineering and object-oriented programming
Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain C#/.NET web applications and APIs
Build and optimize SQL Server queries and implement data access
Develop REST APIs and Blazor user interfaces
Troubleshoot and resolve application code and data issues
Support builds, deployments, and maintenance of applications
Collaborate with team members to turn operational needs into software
Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
Work with diverse professionals in the healthcare industry
Free parking
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Group Life and Voluntary Term Life insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403b Retirement Plan with employer contributions
Fitness program
Pet insurance
Qualified employer for loan forgiveness
Full Job Description
Position Summary
The Systems Engineer II position is a hands-on software developer on the Health Data Standards (HDS) team. This role designs, develops, tests, and maintains the internal .NET applications, APIs, and database-backed tools that support LOINC and related health terminology work.
This is primarily an application development role built around C#/.NET, SQL Server, and Blazor. It is not an infrastructure, network, or systems administration position. It suits a developer who enjoys owning features end to end, from the database to the user interface, in a small and collaborative team.
This position is a hybrid position with at least (1) day of onsite activity based on business needs, this role may be considered remote based on location.
Essential Responsibilities
Software Design & Development
Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications, APIs, and database-backed tools using C# and .NET.
Build and optimize SQL Server queries, stored procedures, and schema changes, and implement data access with Entity Framework Core.
Develop REST APIs and Blazor user interfaces for internal and external use.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in application code and data.
Support builds, deployments, and ongoing maintenance of the team's applications.
Collaboration & Technical Growth
Work with developers, analysts, and content staff to turn operational needs into working software.
Partner with project leads and stakeholders to support goals, timelines, and deliverables.
Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Learn new tools and technologies, and build a working understanding of the clinical terminology and workflows relevant to the team's mission.
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Make sound technical decisions within established guidelines, and escalate when appropriate.
Break problems into parts, weigh tradeoffs, and deliver accurate work on schedule.
Take initiative to improve designs, code quality, and team processes.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires at least two years professional software development experience.
Experience in healthcare, research, or other regulated environment is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Solid foundation in software engineering, object-oriented programming, and relational database design.
Ability to analyze technical problems and deliver appropriate solutions with limited direction.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Commitment to quality, accountability, and the team's data standards mission.
Required Technical Skills
C# / .NET 8+: backend services, APIs, and business logic
Entity Framework Core: data access, migrations, LINQ queries, and data modeling
SQL Server: queries, stored procedures, and schema changes
NET Core Web API: REST APIs for internal and external services
Git: branching strategies, pull requests, and code review
Preferred Technical Skills
Blazor Server, the primary framework for the team's internal tooling
PowerShell scripting for automation and build/deploy scripts
Telerik UI for Blazor, or a similar commercial UI component library
Jenkins or a similar CI/CD platform
Docker for packaging and deploying applications
IIS and Windows Server familiarity for deploying .NET applications
Elasticsearch or OpenSearch
Physical Requirements
Ability to work a standard full-time schedule, with flexibility for additional hours as needed.
Ability to sit or stand and use computers and related office technology for prolonged periods.
Ability to travel occasionally for meetings or organizational needs.
Ability to perform work requiring close attention to detail.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in a home office environment.
Position requires interaction with staff, stakeholders, and external partners in person, by phone, and electronically.
Work environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven.
Position requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
BENEFITS OF WORKING HERE
Work with a variety of diverse professionals in the healthcare industry
Free parking
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Group Life and Voluntary Term Life insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403b Retirement Plan with gracious employer contributions
Fitness program
Pet insurance
Qualified employer for loan forgiveness
Please note sponsorship and/or relocation are not available for this position.
