Senior Software Engineer - Clinical Systems (Lab Ops)

Position Summary

Senior Software Full Stack Engineer roles at Caris require collaboration with various team members, including Software Engineers, Architects, Engineering Managers, Directors, Product Managers (PMs), Software Quality Assurance (SQA) specialists, and Business Analysts (BAs), to develop both internal and external software and data solutions. Engineers are responsible for every phase of the application development lifecycle and possess comprehensive knowledge of enterprise data flow.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Software Engineering Manager and Business Stakeholders to deliver world-class applications for Lab workflows including Pathology, Genetics, and Quality Evidence teams.
• Observe HIPAA (Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) rules and regulations as laid down by the HIPAA Compliance Officer.
• Follow organizational information security policies to safeguard company data and systems.
• Collaborate with team in gathering new requirements, designing technical implementation and successfully converting these designs into practical code and functional programs that fulfill user requirements.
• Test the developed functionality and support the Quality Assurance Team to ensure the solution meets user requirements and is defect-free.
• Monitor incident tickets, determine resolution priority by working with users, and document the resolution for future reference.
• Perform code reviews and offer constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with cloud operations and DevOps team members to support releases effectively.
• Provide technical/engineering support for existing applications from code delivery until retirement, including performing code fixes for documented defects.
• Consistently learn and implement best practices to enhance application quality and boost performance.
• Stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in software development.
• Analyze and solve complex technical problems, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with other departments such as product management and quality assurance to ensure seamless product delivery.
• Aid management in providing accurate timeline and resource estimates, as well as delivery details, to successfully release products.
• Mentor and coach junior developers to improve their skills and productivity.
• Aid in performing other related duties and special projects as required, and accept other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• 5-7 years of proficiency in core Java concepts and enterprise-level application development, with experience using frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Understanding of Python programming and experienced in JavaScript for both front-end and back-end development, including working knowledge of Vue.js or React/SPA.
• Proficient in designing interactive applications with a focus on user engagement and seamless user experience.
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases, SQL and ORM technologies (MySQL or Postrgres).
• Comprehensive grasp of software design patterns, data structures, algorithms, and REST API design and integration.
• Implement robust authentication mechanisms, encryption, and other security protocols as part of software development practices following industry-standard protocols like OIDC/OAuth 2.
• Skilled in writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code with iterative delivery mindset.
• Extensive experience in writing, executing, and maintaining unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Proficient in Docker and Kubernetes (preferred) for containerization and orchestration.
• Familiar with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Proficient in cloud services, including AWS Lambda, SNS/SQS integration, and S3 integration, as well as analogous features in GCP or Azure.
• Understands agile methodologies and thrives in an Agile environment.
• Possesses strong communication skills and works well collaboratively in team-oriented environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Java EE Certification.
• Experience working on AI tools like Cursor AI.
• Experience with applications build process leveraging tools like Maven, etc.
• Extensive experience in crafting complex SQL queries for both MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring data efficiency and integrity.
• Demonstrated capability to independently diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to application software.
• Skilled in ensuring HIPAA compliance, improving patient outcomes, and maintaining quality assurance standards, while adhering to regulatory requirements.