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Job Title:  ISE01I – Senior Software Development Engineer

***Desired Technical Skills/Qualifications***

Proficiency in architectural frameworks, procedures, and best practices.Solid background as a Software Engineer with both front-end and back-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, C# and SQL Server.The ability to successfully complete a coding challenge, based on provided requirements, during the technical interview process 
Specifically, the candidate's technical expertise will include the following:Mastery over C, C++, and C# programming languages. The ideal candidate should have a portfolio of projects or contributions that underscores their proficiency.In depth understanding of cloud development paradigms, including proficiency with leading cloud platforms such as Azure. As well as being well-versed in cloud-native application development, containerization, and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.Knowledge of administration of CI/CD pipelines.Experience generating text-based data (ex. JSON, XML, JavaScript) using Node.js.Experience working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript within React JavaScript framework.Experience with projects written in TypeScript and/or JavaScript.

Brief Description:   

The Sr Software Development Engineer uses specialized depth and experience to oversee the writing and modifying of complex software application programs. Leads work groups that are responsible for software development, design and quality testing. This position will create detailed specifications or designs, conduct quality assurance reviews of peer's application programming and act as a mentor to others in these programs. The Sr Software Development Engineer will maintain these programs by coding, testing, and debugging documents. This position is competent to work at the highest technical level of all phases of application programming activities. Requires direct interaction and decision making with IT vendor partners, business clients and other internal partners. Must be able to maintain professional and collaborative working relationships with all. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Frequently inter-organizational and contact with senior vendor partner contacts. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on projects. 
 

Specific job duties:

Partner with multiple vendors to create estimates and delivery plans for projects or programs across an application family. Ensure quality of technology delivery of multiple vendors’ technology solutions for multiple concurrent projects or programs for an application family.Provide technology leadership and delivery accountability for solutions for multiple concurrent projects within an application family. (i.e. Claims, C&PS, or CS&DW)Function as team leader for a large or complex unit with accountability for: Setting direction to mature the technology associated with the team. Key aspect of this is “tech debt” removal when possible. Identify and implement process enhancement opportunities associated with supporting the application area. Implement actions to increase UBC and vendor partner knowledge on team. Serve as SME for components of the team.Partner with architects to set direction for maturing use of/retiring/adding technology components in the UBC environment.Provide technical guidance to projects/programs for complex components of a multiple technology suites.Lead efforts to develop standard practices, components, guidelines for use of complex technology components.Lead teams to resolve urgent and high production incidents.Lead actions to determine root cause of problems and drive resolution. Work on special projects as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibility:  

0 Direct Reports, 5+ Indirect Reports

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience8 – 12 years of relevant experience, preferably 2 – 3 years at UBC, or Master’s degree and 6 – 10 years of relevant experienceComplete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the fieldAbility to provide and implement technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problemsSolutions are innovative, thorough, practical and consistent with organizational objectivesStrong customer service focusAbility to lead discussions with all levels of the organization and provide balanced information of an idea or communication of an issue regardless of written or verbalFamiliarity with health care or PBM industryFamiliar with working in a vendor partner modelAbility to work a flexible schedule to accommodate project deadlinesStrong mentoring skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritize work load and meet project deadlinesAdaptability and willingness to lean new tools and applicationsAbility to adapt in a dynamic work environment and make independent decisionsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively across project teams

At UBC, employee growth and well-being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally. 

Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers:

Remote opportunitiesCompetitive salariesGrowth opportunities for promotion401K with company match*Tuition reimbursementFlexible work environmentDiscretionary PTO (Paid Time Off) OR 20 days (about 3 weeks) of PTOPaid HolidaysEmployee assistance programs Medical, Dental, and vision coverageHSA/FSATelemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments)Wellness programAdoption assistanceShort term disabilityLong term disabilityLife insuranceDiscount programs

UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.

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