Senior Software Engineer

at  Inovalon

Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.
Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcare’s greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.

OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a skilled Senior Software Development Engineer with specialized knowledge in FHIR and HL7 standards to join our dynamic team. The candidate will be responsible for developing innovative solutions that facilitate healthcare data interoperability, ensuring compliance with current healthcare data exchange standards. Candidate is expected to independently manage complex tasks, understand the intricacies of the software development life cycle, and adhere to fundamental software engineering principles in the production of software. This position requires a deep understanding of computer architecture, testing, and scalability of software products, with a strong focus on healthcare data standards like HL7 and FHIR, as well as proficiency in technologies such as Java, Cloud computing, and Snowflake SQL.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java), and with data structures/algorithms.
• At least 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, with at least 1 year of experience in software design and architecture.
• Hands-on experience with healthcare integration engines and tools.
• Solid understanding of healthcare data exchange standards and protocols.
• Strong programming skills in languages commonly used in healthcare IT (e.g., Java, C#, Python etc.).
• Advanced design, debugging, and coding skills.
• Experience with Cloud platforms
• Builds secure applications and adheres to security standards, particularly concerning healthcare data.
• Demonstrated high personal integrity and ability to earn trust from others.
• Exhibits a growth mindset, seeks feedback often, and is effective in continuous personal and professional development.
• Continuously pursuing self-directed learning activities aimed at developing expertise within the technical domain, including reading relevant publications and participating in domain forums or groups.
• Ability to anticipate and look for creative ways to solve problems and apply best practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience preferred.
Additional certification or training in HL7, FHIR, HIE integrations and healthcare data integration methods.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Sedentary work (i.e., sitting for long periods).
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force.
Subject to inside environmental conditions.
Travel for this position will include less than 10% locally, usually for training purposes.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications listed in a job description. If you don’t meet every qualification listed but are excited about our mission and the work described, we encourage you to apply regardless. Inovalon is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and you may be just the right person for this or other roles.
By embracing diversity, equity and inclusion we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to reflect the diversity of the communities where we operate and of our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.
Inovalon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirement.
The Company maintains a drug free work environment for all of its associates, which includes employees, contractors and vendors. It is unlawful for associates to manufacture, sell, distribute, dispense, possess or use any controlled substance or marijuana in the workplace and doing so will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or the contracted relationship.
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• Develop and integrate FHIR-based APIs and HL7 messaging into existing and new healthcare applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that ensure seamless data exchange across healthcare platforms.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FHIR and HL7 standards and apply them to improve software products continuously.
• Work collaboratively to write high-quality, testable code that meets the “Definition of Done” as it relates to team commitments.
• Utilize a “Test-First” approach to software development, developing tests before code where possible.
• Participate in design and code reviews with other engineers.
• Create automated unit, system, and acceptance tests, and participate in test plan reviews.
• Actively support and contribute to end-of-iteration demos.
• Responsible for assigned integration, testing, and deployment tasks, including cloud-based environments.
• Work with product management to scope and estimate product enhancements.
• Design, implement, and unit test software, following defined processes and using technologies such as Java, Snowflake SQL, and Cloud services.
• Fix software defects (internal or customer reported) following defined processes.
• Actively foster continuous team improvement by being accountable for actions and continuously striving to become a better problem solver.
• Contribute to team retrospectives, helping to identify and resolve team impediments.
• Write and maintain documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections.
• Actively participate in the change management process as business and technical scope is adjusted.
• Adhere to all confidentiality, HIPAA, regulatory, and other such policies, procedures, and requirements as outlined within Employer’s Operating Policies and Procedures in all ways and at all times with respect to any aspect of the data handled or services rendered in the scope of work.
• Maintain compliance with Inovalon’s policies, procedures, and mission statement, and fulfill responsibilities and duties to achieve operational and financial success.Ensure applications are secure and adhere to industry standards, especially concerning healthcare data.