Remote Senior/Staff Software Engineer (CDC)

Description:

• Skylight is a digital consultancy focused on improving public services for government agencies through design and technology.
• The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining software systems to enhance government services for users and partners.
• The position contributes to a national effort to ensure accurate representation of patients in public health surveillance and response.
• Collaboration with public health experts and technologists at the CDC is a key aspect of the job.
• Responsibilities include engineering a software product as part of a cross-functional team, advocating for lean-agile engineering principles, and selecting appropriate tools and technologies.
• The engineer will analyze systems to identify areas for improvement and communicate solutions effectively.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to write clean, reusable code and produce high-quality code through automated testing.
• Familiarity with building secure, compliant software and understanding software system integration is required.
• The ability to take on data engineering responsibilities and prioritize user-centered design is essential.
• Effective communication skills within a professional services environment are necessary.
• A passion for improving public outcomes through government services is expected.
• Candidates should be willing to travel for work occasionally.
• Minimum qualifications include the ability to obtain and hold a federal public trust (tier 2) and legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Nice-to-have qualifications include experience with public health data, databases, cloud infrastructure, CI/CD practices, and prior experience in civic tech or remote-team environments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience, with ranges for various software engineer levels.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off includes 20 vacation days, 11 federal holidays, and flexible sick leave, plus up to 12 weeks paid leave for new parents.
• Performance rewards such as annual salary increases, bonuses, and stock options are offered.
• Professional development and tech-related purchase allowances are provided annually.
• A flexible, remote-friendly work environment is part of the company culture.
• Additional benefits include charity donation matching, emergency expense access, and a supportive environment for public good initiatives.