Principal Software Engineer
Core
Design, build, and operate core backend systems and APIs for a healthcare financial platform serving payers, providers, and consumers.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer (Backend)
Builds
Scalable, reliable, and secure backend services and supporting systems for the Zelis healthcare platform.
Domain
Healthcare financial services / Cloud infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Backend systems design, API development, Cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, System ownership, Technical leadership, Architectural decision-making
Preferred skills
TypeScript, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Angular, Containerization, Distributed systems, Observability tooling, AI-assisted development tools
Technologies
TypeScript, Node.js, Angular, SASS, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, AWS, Terraform
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality backend services; Drive architectural decisions focusing on scalability and reliability; Mentor engineers through design and code reviews; Improve development workflows and CI/CD pipelines; Partner with product teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence