Principal Software Engineer

Opala

Principal Software Engineer developing software and architectures for healthcare, focusing on cloud-based solutions and system sustainability.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $173,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in designing and building cloud-based software solutions, with a strong focus on healthcare interoperability standards and agile methodologies. Proven leadership in managing cross-functional projects and mentoring team members while ensuring high-quality software architecture and operational excellence.

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Cloud-Based Software SolutionsPython ProgrammingHealthcare Interoperability StandardsTeam LeadershipAgile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Software ArchitectureC# ProgrammingReact DevelopmentSQL Database ManagementAPI DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitecturePerformance OptimizationDistributed SystemsCode ReviewEHR Integration

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationMentoringProject ManagementNavigating AmbiguityTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

AzureHL7 FHIRSmart on FHIRCQLDaVinci IGsEpicCernerAllscripts

Industry Keywords

HealthcareInteroperabilityAgile EnvironmentStartup ExperienceSoftware Patterns

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudMicroservicesPythonReactSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the technical vision while balancing short- and long-term business goals
Ensure the quality and sustainability of the architecture, design, and code of software systems
Take ownership of critical software architecture components and initiatives
Lead hands-on efforts in design, coding, and performing code reviews
Deploy and maintain large-scale software in production environments while ensuring operational excellence
Apply expertise in performance, scalability, distributed architecture, and best engineering practices
Translate complex business requirements into robust software solutions in an Agile environment
Lead high-stakes, cross-functional projects with technical and strategic insight
Spearhead the development of new products across front-end, back-end, infrastructure, and deployment
Provide guidance to leadership on technical decisions, demonstrating strong communication skills
Mentor and support the professional development of team members while helping managers grow their teams
Stay on top of healthcare interoperability standards, trends and best practices like HL7 FHIR, Smart on FHIR, CQL, DaVinci IGs, interoperability mandates, etc

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in designing and building cloud-based software solutions (preferably with significant experience in Azure)
10+ years current coding experience in Python, C#, React, SQL, etc and corresponding frameworks
10+ years or experience with APIs, microservices, front-end development and modern software patterns
5+ years of experience in a team lead role with a track record of navigating ambiguity
3+ years of experience in early-stage startups and comfortable with the risks entailed
Proven ability to manage deliverables independently and meet project milestones
Familiarity with healthcare interoperability standards like HL7, FHIR and DaVinci IGs
Familiarity with EHR integrations like Epic, Cerner, Allscripts, etc

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
EAP
short-term and long-term disability
16 days PTO
8 paid holidays
fully paid holiday closure
parental and family medical leave
401k
stock options
annual bonuses and salary increases based on merit