Engineer II

Job Description:

The Engineer II, Software Development will be an integral part of an Agile software development team responsible for the quality and value of the healthcare software applications provided to our customers. The incumbent will configure, code, and document software specifications throughout the life cycle of assigned projects.

Job Description:

• Write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
• Design and code scalable, high traffic services.
• Define, implement, maintain, and secure high availability solutions in an SaaS environment.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders in the planning, scoping, and design of new software applications Participate in scrum ceremonies (planning, demos, daily standup).
• Produce automated tests for developed software with reasonable test cases (includes unit, regression, integration tests where applicable).
• Integrate independently deployed software components and services with a larger system.
• Works to influence parties within the function at an operational level regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
• Collaborate with analysts and designers in the development, maintenance, and initiation of new software programs and applications in an agile environment.
• Administer diagnostic analysis of test results and deliver solutions to critical areas.
• Conduct performance Tuning for responsive UI components and APIs for integrations.
• Work as part of a scrum team to develop new features for patients and practices.
• Create and utilize automated unit tests to ensure quality of code.
• Research and proof-of-concept work with new technologies.
• Provide estimates and technical feasibility guidance on prospective work.
• Investigate and troubleshoot data issues to support client reported issues.
• Research, document, and implement program requirements and specifications.
• Perform other duties that support the overall objective of the position.Education Required:
• Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or related field
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.
  Experience Required:
• 3+ years of experience in software development, web application development and/or developing robust Full stack for large enterprises.
• Experience with frameworks like NodeJS, Angular, java and database like PostgreSQL and any NoSQL database.
• Experience with HTTP protocols such as REST/SOAP, APIs, etc.
• Good to have experience in Healthcare IT technologies and standards (CCDA, HL7, FHIR).
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:    

• Knowledge of: Healthcare domain with exposure to clinical and claims data; SQL, RDBMS, and NoSQL databases (such as Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, Oracle, SQL Server, etc.); Node.JS, Java, and JavaScript; AWS, WPF development; technical expertise in area of responsibility. 
• Skill in: Communication, troubleshooting, influence, collaboration, team building, problem solving skills.
• Ability to: Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting software issues and debugging a large codebase; learn and follow the Healthcare IT industry to develop and maintain empathy for customer needs; collaborate and work in a team environment following continuous integration / continuous delivery; influence other developers and stakeholders in R&D regarding practices and procedures; apply advanced technical principles to complete moderately complex tasks. Work on competing priorities with little direction or supervision.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

NextGen Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.