Staff Engineer I

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Engineer I to join our dynamic team in Payment Integrity. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in leading and mentoring a team of Senior Software Engineers, while working closely with the Leadership and Principal Software Engineer(s) to drive technical excellence and innovation. This position requires a deep understanding of software development, software development practices, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Software Engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise.
• Act as a key influencer in technical decision-making and driving architectural improvements.
• Collaborate with Principal Software Engineers and Leadership to design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions.
• Drive technical initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other areas for improvement.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance the team's capabilities.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale, complex systems.
• Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting. Required
• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned: Required
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Required

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in Software Engineering including 3+ years of proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer II or equivalent role, with a strong track record of technical leadership and mentorship.
• Expertise in software development, including proficiency in SpringBoot, Java, RHEL OS, Docker and Oracle
• A plus with software development with Wildfly, Camel, Spring, ActiveMQ Artemis and Carnot
• 5-7+ years’ experience working with relational databases, and ETL processes.
• 3-5+ years’ experience working with No-SQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical initiatives and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices are preferred.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools.

Mental Requirements:

• Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and evaluate information objectively, considering different perspectives and potential implications before drawing conclusions or making recommendations.
• Attention to Detail: must have a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Strong numerical skills are essential for conducting quantitative analysis, working with statistical methods and models, and manipulating data using mathematical operations.
• Data Interpretation: skilled in interpreting data visualizations, charts, graphs, and other forms of data presentation to extract meaningful insights and communicate findings effectively.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are crucial for conveying complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders clearly and understandably through written reports, presentations, and verbal discussions.
• Curiosity and Learning Agility: A strong desire to learn and explore new methodologies, techniques, and tools in the field of data analysis and insights generation is essential for staying current with industry trends and best practice