Principal Software Engineer

This is a remote position

We seek an experienced Principal Software Engineer with a strong background in software development and cloud technologies to join our team. In this role, you will lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software solutions, drive architectural decisions, and mentor other engineers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software products and enhance our technology stack. A strong focus on software engineering best practices, code quality, and automated testing is essential to ensure the reliability and performance of our applications.
Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies to enhance our software products and align with industry best practices.
• Advocate for and implement best practices in software development, including code reusability, modularity, and maintainability.
• Promote code reuse across the software development lifecycle, ensuring components are efficient and scalable.
• Architect and develop scalable applications leveraging modern technologies such as microservices and containerization.
• Ensure all software components comply with security best practices and promptly address vulnerabilities.
• Integrate security measures into the software development lifecycle, including code reviews, automated testing, and security scanning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop software solutions that meet business needs and improve user experience.
• Implement monitoring and alerting within applications to proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users.
• Develop and maintain diagnostic tools and processes to troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain software applications, ensuring rapid response to production incidents.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously improving skills and adopting new best practices.
• Produce and maintain high-quality documentation for software architecture, design, and code to support maintainability and compliance requirements.
• Lead the development and oversight of our mobile initiative to deliver high-quality, user-centric mobile applications.

Required Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in software development with proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., C#, React/Native, PHP).
• Strong background in designing and developing scalable, high-performance applications.
• Experience in delivering mobile solutions via native applications or responsive mobile.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Familiarity with modern software architectures, including microservices, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools.
• Strong understanding of software security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead and mentor development teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with asynchronous, event-based architectures.
• Strong understanding of cloud storage and databases with the ability to know when to use different solutions such as SQL vs. NoSQL.

AAPC (www.aapc.com) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing healthcare training, certification, and solutions association.
AAPC Values:
DRIVEN | Self-starts and stays highly motivated to achieve ambitious goals. Shares contagious energy and enthusiasm liberally. Takes initiative without always being directed. Demonstrates confidence in decision-making and effectively balances autonomy and authority with accountability.
HUMBLE | Learns, adapts, and improves relentlessly. Seeks feedback without insecurity and implements coaching. Recognizes others' contributions gratefully. Approaches work and relationships with an abundance mentality. Places the needs of others above self.
TRANSPARENT| Integrity-centered, honest, truthful, and trustworthy in all aspects of work. Keeps commitments to external and internal parties. Holds self strictly accountable, valuing the trust placed in them by others.
SUPPORTIVE | Empowers and uplifts others. Listens actively and responds with empathy and understanding. Prioritizes well-being and growth of team members and customers ahead of own interest. Faces challenges together, believing in collective strength and unity.
INNOVATIVE | Entrepreneurial spirit with a scrappy mentality. Dreams big, sees opportunity, pursues full potential, and finds ways to accomplish the impossible. Rolls up sleeves and does real work. Works quickly, intelligently, and flexibly.
What we Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Remote/virtual-office consideration

AAPC (www.aapc.com) is the world’s largest and fastest-growing training, certification, and solutions association in healthcare. 
AAPC Values:
DRIVEN | Self-starts and stays highly motivated to achieve ambitious goals. Shares contagious energy and enthusiasm liberally. Takes initiative without always being directed. Demonstrates confidence in decision-making and effectively balances autonomy and authority with accountability. 
HUMBLE | Learns, adapts, and improves relentlessly. Seeks feedback without insecurity and implements coaching. Recognizes others' contributions gratefully. Approaches work and relationships with an abundance mentality. Places the needs of others above self.
TRANSPARENT| Integrity-centered, honest, truthful, and trustworthy in all aspects of work. Keeps commitments to external and internal parties. Holds self strictly accountable, valuing the trust placed in them by others.
SUPPORTIVE | Empowers and uplifts others. Listens actively and responds with empathy and understanding. Prioritizes well-being and growth of team members and customers ahead of own interest. Faces challenges together, believing in collective strength and unity.
INNOVATIVE | Entrepreneurial spirit with a scrappy mentality. Dreams big, sees opportunity, pursues full potential, and finds ways to accomplish the impossible. Rolls up sleeves and does real work. Works quickly, intelligently, and flexibly.
What we Offer:

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Remote/virtual-office consideration

AAPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
This company is committed to fairness and equal opportunity in our hiring practices. We do not discriminate on grounds unrelated to a candidate's ability to perform the duties of the job. Our focus is on finding the best person for each role, based on merit and fit, to ensure success both for our company and for the individual's professional growth.