Python Engineer III

About The CompanyAvaility is a leading healthcare engagement platform dedicated to transforming the healthcare industry through innovative technology solutions. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with an office in Bangalore, India, and a robust remote workforce across the United States, Availity serves as a vital connector within the healthcare ecosystem. The company specializes in revenue cycle management and related business solutions tailored for healthcare professionals seeking to build efficient, thriving organizations. With a mission to refocus industry efforts on patient care, Availity empowers healthcare providers and payers by providing powerful tools, actionable insights, and an expansive network reach. Serving over 2 million providers and processing more than 13 billion transactions annually, Availity is at the forefront of industry change, continuously expanding its influence and capabilities.About The RoleThe Python Software Engineer III at Availity plays a critical role within the Gateway Connectivity Services (GCS) team. Reporting to the Manager of GCS, this position involves supporting various initiatives including customization, enhancements of existing products, production support, new implementations, and cloud migration efforts related to batch connectivity with customers. The role offers a dynamic environment where the engineer will work on back-end Python development, custom script maintenance, and cloud migration projects, primarily focusing on ensuring seamless and efficient data transfer between healthcare providers and Availity systems. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a seasoned developer to leverage their expertise in cloud technologies, microservice architecture, and healthcare domain knowledge to contribute to impactful projects that improve healthcare communication and operations.Qualifications5+ years of progressive experience in designing and developing solutions for business initiativesBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent fieldProficiency in Python programmingExperience with AWS cloud servicesFamiliarity with GitLab, Terraform, and related DevOps toolsKnowledge of Perl and Unix shell scripting (plus)Experience with Tidal scheduler (plus)Understanding of database design principles and query languages (plus)Experience with Git, Jenkins, Kubernetes/Openshift, Docker, or similar tools (plus)Knowledge of the healthcare industry (plus)Prior experience working or contracting at Availity or Florida Blue (plus)Design experience using microservice architectureStrong understanding of Object-Oriented Design principlesAbility to write comprehensive technical documentationExperience gathering technical requirements and translating them into solutionsProven ability to develop, maintain, and optimize large-scale complex systemsCommitment to development best practices and managing technical debtEffective collaboration skills across cross-functional teams including leadership, product management, security, and architectureProfessionalism and composure in high-pressure situationsOwnership mindset with initiative-driven work ethicResponsibilitiesParticipate in daily stand-up meetings at 10 am ET to coordinate team activitiesEngage in weekly planning and refinement sessions to prioritize tasks and projectsDevelop and enhance back-end systems using Python, ensuring code efficiency and performanceSupport existing products through maintenance, bug fixes, and customizationsContribute to cloud migration projects, including designing and implementing migration strategiesIncorporate development best practices, including security, scalability, and maintainabilityCollaborate with other teams to establish and adhere to programming standardsReview peer code, provide constructive feedback, and ensure code qualityPerform unit testing and complex debugging to ensure system robustnessDocument technical specifications, processes, and solutions for future referenceContinuously learn new technologies and share knowledge with team membersIdentify opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions within healthcare data transfer systemsBenefitsCompetitive salary and bonus structureGenerous Health Savings Account (HSA) contributionsComprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental benefits401(k) retirement plan with company matchUnlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) for salaried employees plus nine paid holidaysPaid Parental Leave for new parents, including adoptive parentsReimbursement up to $250/year for wellness activities such as gym memberships and racing eventsEducation reimbursement programs to support professional growthFlexible remote work environment with camera-first communication cultureRecognition as a certified "Great Place to Work" with awards for diversity, inclusion, and employee satisfactionOpportunities for continuous learning and career development within a forward-thinking organizationEqual OpportunityAvaility is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.