Data Loading Software Engineer

The Engineering position inside the ZELIS OAP/INN team responsibilities will include the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of systems and processes responsible for getting the most recent regulatory data updates propagated into several healthcare revenue cycle management products. The position requires detailed knowledge of medical data sets, terminology, data management, X12/EDI/Flat file ETL, as well as support and monitoring of Distil.IO.

This Data Load Engineer position interacts frequently with the core engineering team, and must stay up-to-date with all code releases. The position entails frequent troubleshooting and debugging from stakeholder-originated support requests, discrepancies with external website data set changes, URL changes, and collaborating with other Engineering Team members. As such, this position requires participation in all aspects of the software development lifecycle including the development of design specifications, solution prototyping, implementation, development of unit and system tests.

In addition, the Engineer is expected to identify system weaknesses and recommend solutions, which may be designed and coded by the Engineer. With their broad purview of many aspects of the system, the Engineer is expected to document, assist and train others when needed.

The Data Load Engineering Support Engineer will

• Develop high quality object-oriented code using C# and a mixture of internal and external frameworks
• Analyze datasets, collaborate with analysts to devise ways to ingest data from a large number of data sources
• Optimize data structures and processing algorithms for horizontal scalability and parallel execution
• Develop automated data validation tools designed to work with problematic data sets
• Develop tools to automate data extraction from a variety of source types, from web crawling/scraping to PDF deconstruction
• Develop unit and system tests for code developed by self and others
• Produce technical specifications and code documentation
• Design and develop relational data structures needed to support new development efforts (including keys, indexes, triggers and stored procedures).
• Design and develop document database structures needed to support new engineering efforts.
• Perform application performance analysis and tuning
• Conduct and participate in training sessions
• Identify and recommend process improvements
• Accurately estimate level of effort and forecast completion targets

Education and Work Experience:

• Minimum 2 years developing enterprise/commercial software using the .NET stack
• Experience with software development using Agile methodologies
• Experience in requirements gathering from project stakeholders
• BA/BS in Computer Science preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming using C#. Ability to write maintainable, scalable code that adheres to approved patterns and design principles.
• Understanding of relational databases in general and Microsoft SQL Server specifically.
• Familiarity with advanced design principles, such as service-oriented architectures, domain-driven design, IoC and events.
• Deep understanding of algorithm complexity analysis and selection for large datasets.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex defects with debugger and profiler tools, such as Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Strong knowledge of Windows operating system internals. Understanding of Windows security principles and powershell scripting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft IDE’s such as Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence)
• Familiarity with JetBrains tools (ReSharper)
• Working knowledge of Git based version control systems
• Desire to learn and grow professionally
• Openness to change and new ideas
• Readiness to make design decisions and ability to articulate the reasons behind your choices
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Focus on continual quality improvement
• Excellent problem solving skills

Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience by providing a connected platform that bridges the gaps and aligns interests across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. This platform serves more than 750 payers, including the top 5 national health plans, BCBS insurers, regional health plans, TPAs and self-insured employers, and millions of healthcare providers and consumers. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 
At Zelis, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of our operations. We embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at Zelis, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Equal Employment Opportunity  
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, even if you do not believe you 100% fit the qualifications of the position, including women, LGBTQIA people, people of color, and people with disabilities.  

Accessibility Support 

We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email [email protected].  

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