Software Engineer - Experienced (Go & Microservices)

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing microservices using the Go programming language and a deep understanding of modern software engineering practices. This role offers an opportunity to design, build, and maintain scalable, robust, and high-performance systems in a cloud-native environment. The Software Engineer will participate in the complete development life cycle, including requirements analysis and design. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into technical requirements. Possess functional knowledge of all layers of computer software development.

This role will focus on rewriting a monolithic .NET MVC and SQL Server application into a modern, robust, event-driven microservices architecture. Leverage cutting-edge technologies such as Svelte, AWS services but not limited to, while collaborating in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Architect: Use Domain Driven Design (DDD) principles to architect cloud-native, event-driven systems.
• Develop Microservices: Design, implement, and maintain microservices using the Go programming language to support our scalable and distributed systems.
• Cloud Deployments: Deploy, monitor, and manage services in AWS, leveraging its cloud-native tools and infrastructure for high availability and scalability.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Build and maintain continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (GitHub Actions) to ensure fast and reliable delivery of software updates.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Write comprehensive unit, integration, and automated tests to guarantee software quality and reliability. Establish and promote best practices for coding, testing, and deployment.
• Version Control: Collaborate with the team using GitHub for version control, ensuring seamless code reviews and repository management.
• System Optimization: Analyze system performance and optimize services for low latency, high throughput, and reliability.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, DevOps, and frontend engineers, to deliver end-to-end solutions. We use Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban) and follow the practices of Team Topologies to facilitate workflows and communication.
• Documentation: Produce clear and concise technical documentation for developed features and systems.
• Evaluate: new tools, technologies, and methodologies to improve software quality, scalability, and performance.
• Engage: Be willing to fully participate in our highly engaged engineering team. Commit to continuous improvement and learning.
• Lead the design and development of complex features or user stories.
• Provide technical expertise to guide the team in making strategic decisions about architecture, design, and coding standards.
• Mentor and coach below-level engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions aligned with business goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, information technology or a related computer degree or equivalent experience. A master’s degree is a plus.
• 5 + years of software development-related experience in an Agile development environment and a strong understanding of the SDLC
• Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable event-driven and domain-driven solutions.
• Strong experience in database-intensive applications and SQL optimization.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to successfully assist with complex project deliverables in a very driven and changing organization
• Demonstrated ownership of assigned tasks and dedication and perseverance to get the job done
• Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to work under tight deadlines or changing needs
• Confidence and ability to work independently
• Exceptional client service orientation
• Attention to detail
• Collaborative team player with the ability to multi-task in a virtual and matrixed team-based environment
• Legacy Systems: Familiarity with .NET MVC frameworks, SQL Server, and experience in modernizing monolithic applications to microservices.
• Event-Driven Architecture: Deep understanding of event-driven principles and experience with tools such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, SNS/SQS, and EventBridge.
• Domain-Driven Design (DDD): Proficiency in designing systems based on business domains and bounded contexts.
• Command Query Responsibility Segregation (CQRS): Experience implementing CQRS for scalable and performant systems.
• Front-End Development: Expertise in Svelte or comparable front-end libraries and frameworks, proficiency in modern JavaScript.
• Back-End Development: Solid experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and gRPCs.
• Cloud Computing: Hands-on experience with AWS technologies (e.g., Lambda, S3, ECS, API Gateway).
• Database Management: Extensive experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and familiarity with other database types.
• Data Tools: Experience with Databricks or similar tools for data engineering and analytics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with Terraform for infrastructure automation
• DevOps: Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes, GitHub, GitHub Actions, GitHub Advanced Security
• Testing Tools: Cypress
• Authentication: Knowledge in Single Sign On (ADFS, Okta, Auth0)
• Reporting Components: such as ChartIO and amCharts
• Experience with serverless architecture
• Knowledge of the health care industry
• Knowledge of the compensation design for physicians and understanding of RVUs and CMMS Physician Fee Schedules

SALARY, BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Competitive total rewards package
• Medical and dental coverage at no cost to associates and their dependents
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options, Safe Harbor, and Profit-Sharing retirement plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Gender-neutral parental leave
• Bereavement and pet leave
• Continuing education and professional accreditation sponsorship
• Basic Life/AD&D at no cost to the associate and Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability at no cost to associates
• Employee assistance program
• Mental health support program
• Additional perks

Reflected below is the base salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to academic achievements, skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

• $98,700.00 - $164,500.00 annually

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Flex/Remote, minimal travel. Travel %: 0-10% in a year. Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job.

SullivanCotter Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law or marital status.