Lyric is an AI-first, platform-based healthcare technology company, committed to simplifying the business of care by preventing inaccurate payments and reducing overall waste in the healthcare ecosystem, enabling more efficient use of resources to reduce the cost of care for payers, providers, and patients. Lyric, formerly ClaimsXten, is a market leader with 35 years of pre-pay editing expertise, dedicated teams, and top technology. Lyric is proud to be recognized as 2025 Best in KLAS for Pre-Payment Accuracy and Integrity and is HI-TRUST and SOC2 certified, and a recipient of the 2025 CandE Award for Candidate Experience. Interested in shaping the future of healthcare with AI? Explore opportunities at lyric.ai/careers and drive innovation with #YouToThePowerOfAI.
The Principal Software Engineer is responsible for shaping the technical direction of our products and driving the overall engineering strategy for our flagship initiatives. The position leads the design and development of complex, scalable, and high-performance software systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. By leveraging extensive technical expertise, the position will guide and mentor engineers, champion best practices, and ensure the successful implementation of full-stack solutions that meet business objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES
Leads the end-to-end design and development of software solutions, including back-end and integration components
Collaborates closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define technical requirements, scope, and deliverables
Provides technical leadership and guidance to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
Drives architectural decisions and ensures adherence to coding standards, best practices, and software quality principles
Develops and maintains application frameworks, libraries, and reusable components to streamline development processes
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and address technical challenges, performance optimizations, and scalability concerns
Mentors and guides engineers on technical design, coding practices, and system architecture, promoting professional growth and skill development.
Stays up-to-date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends, driving the adoption of new tools and methodologies
Conducts code reviews and provides constructive feedback to ensure code quality, maintainability, and system stability
Act as a technical evangelist, representing the Company in industry events, conferences, and technical communities, and sharing knowledge and insights.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Basic Requirements:
10+ years experience in software engineering, including a strong track record of leading the design and development of complex software systems, leveraging microservice architecture(s) on modern application stacks.
10+ years experience using JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#, and expertise in development frameworks and technologies. .NET ecosystem is highly preferred.
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Advanced technical certifications are a plus.
Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system scalability, with hands-on experience in building large-scale, distributed applications.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges and propose effective solutions.
Proven experience in driving technical decisions, setting technical direction, and aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team of engineers towards technical excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in development.
***The US base salary range for this full-time position is:
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Lyric is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace collaborative success.
Skills Required
- 10+ years experience in software engineering
- 10+ years experience using JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#
- Expertise in development frameworks and technologies
- Strong track record of leading complex software systems
What We Do
Welcome. Let us help bring your health plan's payment accuracy and savings into the next era of savings and cost reduction. Learn more by visiting Lyric.AI Welcome to Lyric. Building on the legacy of ClaimsXten, we bring over 30 years of expertise to deliver unmatched savings—more than $14 billion annually—to our valued clients, including 9 of the top 10 health payers nationwide. Our cutting-edge solutions streamline complex claims processes, ensuring precision and efficiency for over 185 million lives under our care. Recognized by KLAS for our partnership excellence and value, we lead with top customer satisfaction scores and an A+ recommendation rate. Apart from our market-leading pre-pay claim editing services, Lyric is at the forefront of integrating advanced technologies to drive greater savings and administrative cost savings through the payment integrity value chain. This includes strategic partnerships with leaders in the areas of genetic testing claims accuracy, coordination of benefits, and more. Whether you are a current valued customer or new to Lyric, we are investing in helping health plans simplify the business of care. Visit us at Lyric.AI
