Senior Software Engineer - Clinical Systems (External Apps)

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives.

We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do.

But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Position Summary

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer roles at Caris requires collaborating 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.

Key responsibilities include working closely with cross-functional teams to build software applications that meet stakeholders needs. Implement and support external facing applications catered to Provider Organizations supporting their clinical and research workflows. Engage in all stages of the systems lifecycle, leveraging expert knowledge of enterprise data processes. The role demands strong coding skills in Python and/or Node.js/Next.js utilizing front-end frameworks such as Vue and React to address complex business requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Software Engineering Manager and Business Stakeholders to deliver worldclass applications that support high available external facing web applications..

• 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.

• 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.

• Assist 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.

• Assist 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 Python programming and experienced in JavaScript for both front-end and back-end development, including working knowledge of Node.js, Vue.js or React and TypeScript( Next.js/SAP).

• Exposure to other programming platforms like Java and  Spring Boot.

• Proficient in designing interactive applications with a focus on user engagement and seamless user experience leveraging Ux tools like Figma, Balsamiq, etc

• Excellent knowledge of databases, SQL and ORM technologies (MySQL or Postrgres)

• Exposure to analytics database implementation like Clickhouse, etc.

• Comprehensive grasp