Remote Sr. Software Engineer (Remote - US)

Description:

• This position is for a Sr. Software Engineer at Ambry Genetics, located in the United States, and is a remote role with a preference for PST hours.
• The role involves joining a fast-paced, collaborative team focused on building custom software and integrations that enhance healthcare and genetic testing.
• As a senior engineer, you will take ownership of full-stack development projects, shape technical solutions, and contribute to architectural decisions.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence product direction, and build systems that positively impact patient outcomes and scientific discovery.
• Key responsibilities include designing and developing scalable software solutions using PHP, MVC frameworks (preferably Symfony), and modern frontend technologies.
• You will work closely with QA engineers, systems analysts, and stakeholders to deliver high-value features in agile sprints.
• Participation in scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily standups is expected.
• You will review and provide constructive feedback on peer code submissions and implement feedback from your own reviews.
• The role requires direct interaction with stakeholders to understand workflows, gather requirements, and propose enhancements.
• Troubleshooting technical issues, monitoring logs, and contributing to system reliability and performance improvements are also part of the job.
• Supporting ticket curation and technical documentation to ensure alignment across business and engineering teams is necessary.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent work experience is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with PHP development in professional settings is necessary, with 7+ years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MVC frameworks like Symfony (preferred) or Laravel is essential.
• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frontend frameworks such as ReactJS is required.
• Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., MySQL) with the ability to write and optimize complex queries is needed.
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases like MongoDB and structured data formats (JSON, XML, CSV) is important.
• An understanding of RESTful APIs, web services, and Docker containerization is required.
• The ability to interpret functional requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions is necessary.
• Bonus points for experience in Java (Spring Boot), AWS cloud services, and regulatory environments (HIPAA, SOX) are preferred.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $135,000 annually.
• There is a performance-based Short-Term Incentive Plan with a target of 7.5% of annual earnings.
• Flexible remote work options are available, with a hybrid option from Aliso Viejo, CA.
• Comprehensive health coverage is provided, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with company match and financial wellness support is included.
• Generous PTO, paid sick leave, and holiday policies are offered.
• The company promotes an inclusive and collaborative culture with strong learning and growth opportunities.
• Ambry Genetics is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and second-chance employment policies.