Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE: 
Performs complex analysis, design, development, automated unit and integration testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment.  Designs, codes, tests, develops, and documents application programs for computer systems.  Works with end-users and project stakeholders to define system scope and objectives.  Manages modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures. Leads stakeholder and product owner meetings to define software requirements and create highly complex systems. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and implementation of multiple applications. Performs and leads the detail technical design, coding, code review and testing of new applications and enhancements of existing applications. Serves as a subject matter expert for specified systems and their subsequent applications. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Ensures compliance to the dev/sec/ops practices and policies. Understanding of architectural practices and design. 
• Identifies gaps in requirements and solves problems for the supporting staff. Identifies sequencing of services and technologies that are integrated in later phases of the project. Leads the evaluation of risk and opportunity impacts to existing or proposed projects/programs and implements risk mitigation actions. Develops ways to improve performance and increase system availability. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• Supports the Project Manager as the technical team lead on the project. Estimates the technical costs of projects for clients and project managers. Confers with clients to identify requirements and determine desired outcomes to formulate the design of the system or offer alternatives.  Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programing and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
• Leads software design and development teams. Identifies, analyzes, defines, and coordinates user, customer, and stakeholder needs and translates them into technical requirements. Manages technical resources (hardware, software, licenses, and services). Plans and leads transformation initiatives to new software architectures. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap / architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Ensure code quality, deployment standards and practices. Mentoring junior developers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience: 8 years Software design and development, software test and evaluation, software requirements management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The position will require working with broad cutting edge technologies, including, but not limited to AWS API Gateway, API Management System (APIM), IBM API Connect, IBM DataPower, Automation Suites for testing API, Venafi Systems, CyberArk, Python, Node JS, Java, Spring, Web Security, REST Services, Micro Services, Role Based Access Control (RBAC) security model, Identity and Access Management, Single Sign On (SSO), Kubernetes and containerization technologies, Internet technologies for web browsers, and the other integration technology.
• The Candidate must play the role of subject matter expert in the field of Web Services, microservices and REST API.
• Review the API specification for conformance of the enterprise standards and API governance framework.
• Review the documentation and make recommendations for change.
• Design and develop framework (reusable routines) using REST API Specifications and manage lifecycle of APIs.
• Work with CI/CD team to create necessary custom Jenkins pipelines.
• Design, develop and implement custom API flows and Publish APIs to APIM platform.
• Experience with SwaggerHub Enterprise version/Open source version.
• Generate reports from APIM Analytics.
• Experience with OAuth and JWT (with OpenID Connect).
• Participate in customer onboarding activities on to API Gateway platform and participate in triage activities on a need basis.
• Support production release activities & troubleshooting issues.
• Experience managing/deploying APIs on Cloud and On-premise API Gateway solutions.
• Experience with AWS & AWS API Gateways. 
• Knowledge of graphQL API.
• Automation ideation and scripting capabilities.
• Hands on orientation.
• Experience on integration solution of different platforms.
• Documentation skills to create API standard/guidelines and maintenance.
• Be able to do research and propose technical solutions, be innovation.
• Be able to establish the API governance standards.
• Be able to guide other team members for the daily work.
• Be able to work on strategy roadmap and planning.
• Be proactive, shift left thinking and innovation ideas.
• Be able to work in high efficient way with high quality.
• Be able to address issues without delay.
• High trouble shooting skills.
• High communication skills. 

 Additional Skills:

• AWS & AWS API Gateway
• Lambda authorizer
• SwaggerHub
• Node JS
• Python
• Jenkins Pipelines
• Terraform 
• Open API Specifications 2.0/3.0
• IBM DataPower v10
• IBM API Connect v10
• IBM Cloud Saas Platform
• Bash/shell scripting
• SoapUI
• Java, J2EE, Spring, Web Services, Enterprise integration patterns, J2EE, REST/SOAP Services, Tomcat, Microservices, API Gateways, Mango DB, Docker, K8s, MQ, Kafka, Bitbucket.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Works closely with Architects, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Value Stream.
• Managers provide insight into delivering business value and meeting objectives. 
• Decomposes functional and technical requirements into project activities and tasks and provides conceptual design, prototype, and test cycles appropriate to a chosen technical solution. 
• Identifies technical risks and develops mitigation strategies; introduces and recommends industry best practices and standards for the project. 
• Evaluates and assists in the selection and procurement of hardware and software technologies and serves as a mentor for junior developers. 
• Works with stakeholders as well as technical and analytical counterparts to define constraints and develop requirements and concept of operations documentation.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Fundamental knowledge of software engineers best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines. 
• Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests.
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework.
• Experience with deploying a global application and configuration management.
• Reviewing the work of other developers and providing feedback.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise. 
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships. 
• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC). 
• Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems. 
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, C, Python, etc.). 
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. 
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.
  
  

Salary Range: $113,256 - $224,939

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

API Management Center of Excellence

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer.  It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note:  The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position.  Occasional walking or standing is required.  The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects.  The associate must frequently talk and hear.  Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship

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