Description:

The Software Engineer will develop and maintain software applications for a public health association serving local, tribal, and territorial populations.
This role is part of the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI), a federally funded program aimed at enhancing public health agencies' technology and data capabilities.
The position is remote, but candidates must be based in the United States.
The salary range is $103,500-$143,500 per year, with individual offers based on experience and qualifications.
Office hours require availability for meetings between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern Time, with flexibility based on employee location.
The position is grant-funded and limited-term, ending on June 30, 2025.
Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications, writing clean and efficient code, participating in software design and architecture, and implementing best practices for software development.
The Software Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in agile development processes.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is necessary, with 6 years preferred in web application development.
Proficiency in programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript, and Python is required.
Experience with software development frameworks and libraries, such as Laravel and Node.js, is necessary.
Familiarity with AWS tools and DevOps functions is required.
Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL) and version control tools (e.g., Git) is essential.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical partners.
Experience working on cross-functional teams in a user-focused environment is required.
Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities is essential.
Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams is preferred.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $103,500-$143,500 per year.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the United States.
The role provides the chance to contribute to meaningful public health initiatives and make a positive impact on communities.
Employees will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and technology in public health.
The position includes benefits, although specific details are not provided in the job description.