Software Engineer Lead
Location: Denver, CO
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
Software Engineer Lead Position OverviewIDR is seeking a Software Engineer Lead to join one of our top clients remotely on a full-time basis. This position presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced software engineering professional with a passion for healthcare technology and a commitment to technical innovation. The Software Engineer Lead will take on a key role in driving technological advancements and supporting the development of scalable health tech solutions that empower individuals across the United States to manage their long-term health.
Responsibilities- Lead complex software development projects, with active hands-on coding responsibilities and technical team leadership, primarily utilizing Python and FastAPI frameworks.
- Collaborate within an engineering-focused, team-oriented environment that emphasizes clean architecture, individual ownership, and strategic, long-term thinking in project execution.
- Design and implement scalable, resilient applications using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Docker to support large-scale health data infrastructure.
- Address real-world healthcare technology challenges by building and maintaining back-end systems capable of processing and analyzing extensive diagnostic and longitudinal health data.
- Apply best practices in software engineering, including Agile methodologies, test-driven development (TDD), and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Manage and maintain the integrity of large-scale systems and high-complexity projects, ensuring robust functionality and reliability within Python and FastAPI ecosystems.
- A minimum of 12 years of hands-on experience in software engineering, including significant leadership roles, preferably within startup or fast-paced technology environments.
- Advanced proficiency in Python and FastAPI, with a track record of developing high-performance backend systems.
- Strong familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Docker for cloud-based application deployment and management.
- Comprehensive knowledge of software engineering principles, particularly Agile methodologies, TDD, and CI/CD practices.
- Demonstrated ability to architect, build, and support scalable systems that deliver measurable impact to end users, especially within the healthcare sector.
- Genuine passion for developing efficient, reliable technology solutions that directly contribute to improved health outcomes.
- Competitive compensation package reflective of the Software Engineer Lead level.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Opportunity to join a rapidly growing, venture-backed health technology company at a pivotal growth stage.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program and recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner.
- Work on impactful projects trusted by leading entrepreneurs, athletes, and high performers to manage their health data securely and efficiently.
Joining IDR as a Software Engineer Lead means becoming part of a company with over 20 years of proven industry experience. Employees benefit from a supportive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge healthcare technology solutions. Working remotely as a full-time employee provides flexibility while remaining connected to a mission-driven team focused on revolutionizing preventative healthcare.
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