Senior Full Stack Engineer

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We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join our team and contribute across all layers of the technology stack; from database design and back-end development to front-end experience and cloud-native deployment. This role involves solving moderately complex to complex technical challenges and requires deep analysis, independent decision-making, and strategic influence.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in Agile environments, is passionate about modern engineering practices, and is eager to contribute to initiatives that enhance consumer experiences.

Location: Louisville, KY or Dallas, TX (Work At Home with occasional office visits)

Key Responsibilities

Full Stack Development

• Design, develop, test, and deploy full stack applications across front-end, back-end, and database layers.
• Build and maintain scalable applications using modern frameworks, REST APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Develop and support applications in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform) and utilize containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment processes.

Agile & Engineering Best Practices

• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Apply secure coding practices, performance optimization, and modern development standards.
• Ensure code quality, scalability, maintainability, and high test coverage.

Cloud Migration & Quality Standards

• Lead and contribute to cloud migration and modernization initiatives (Cloud 3.0).
• Define and enforce software quality standards, including code reviews, testing strategies, and performance benchmarks.
• Ensure production readiness, release management, and adherence to security, compliance, and data protection standards.
• Drive improvements in system reliability, stability, and incident reduction.

Production Support & Incident Management

• Lead production support, incident management, and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Execute incident response strategies, including rollback, hotfix deployment, and escalation management.
• Reduce MTTR (Mean Time to Resolution) and ensure business continuity during critical incidents.

Technical Ownership & Delivery

• Own end-to-end feature delivery, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Manage technical scope, estimation, and delivery timelines.
• Make technical decisions aligned with enterprise architecture and best practices.

Design & Architecture

• Develop technical design documentation (LLD, MDD, system design).
• Evaluate technical tradeoffs and recommend scalable solutions.
• Conduct design reviews, peer code reviews, and drive implementation.

Collaboration & Technical Strategy

• Collaborate with Lead Engineers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.
• Influence technical strategy, architecture decisions, and project direction.
• Provide expertise in software engineering, system design, and cloud technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 5 years of experience in software development (design, development, testing).
• 8 years of progressive IT experience as a senior developer in large-scale IT projects.
• 2 years of project leadership experience.
• Strong passion for improving consumer experiences through technology.
• Experience building scalable applications across the full technology stack.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science or related field.
• Cloud certification such as AZ-900 or equivalent foundational certification.
• Experience working in enterprise-scale environments and cloud transformation initiatives.

Key Skills

• Full Stack Development (Front-End, Back-End, Database)
• Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)
• Kubernetes / Containerization
• REST API Development
• Agile Methodologies
• System Design & Architecture
• Incident Management & Production Support
• Technical Documentation
• Ability to independently handle complex technical challenges
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ownership mindset with attention to quality and performance
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Capability to influence technical strategy and project direction

Additional Information

Interview Format: As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue.

Work-At-Home Requirements:

• Minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps.
• Dedicated workspace lacking ongoing interruptions.

Pay Range: $106,900 - $147,000 per year + bonus incentive plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Humana is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.