[Remote] Health Python Programmer - Junior

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LMI is a digital solutions provider focused on enhancing government impact through innovative technology. They are seeking a motivated Junior Python Programmer to support the development of health-focused software solutions, collaborating with a team to maintain systems that inform Medicare policy. Responsibilities Write, test, and maintain clean, efficient, and scalable Python code to support various health-related software projects Implement backend services, APIs, and integrations with other systems, including healthcare platforms (e.g., EHR/EMR systems) Collaborate with senior developers and other team members to troubleshoot and debug code effectively Develop and optimize interactions with databases such as Snowflake, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL databases like MongoDB Write queries and ensure proper data manipulation, retrieval, and storage for healthcare applications Perform data validation and ensure data integrity and consistency Assist in designing and building RESTful APIs, enabling data exchange between healthcare systems Perform unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews to identify and resolve programming errors Implement test automation scripts to ensure the continued reliability and performance of applications Actively participate in debugging issues and fixing bugs across development and production environments Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, senior engineers, and quality assurance teams, to deliver solutions that meet business and customer requirements Document code, workflows, and best practices to support team knowledge-sharing and long-term platform maintainability Stay updated on new tools, technologies, and best practices in Python programming and healthcare IT Seek feedback and mentorship from team members to continually improve skills, coding practices, and technical knowledge Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field 2+ years of professional Python programming experience Proficiency with Python, including experience with libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, NumPy, Polars, or similar frameworks Basic understanding of database management and querying using SQL and/or NoSQL databases like Snowflake, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB Familiarity with version control tools like Git for collaborative development workflows Experience using Agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum), JIRA and other tools to plan Sprints and track the status of changes and testing Experience writing and executing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with individuals across multiple disciplines Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and healthcare compliance requirements Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts in a clear, concise manner Experience in federal consulting Demonstrated experience with healthcare data projects (e.g., claims processing or payment systems) or financial/banking systems Awareness of healthcare domain challenges, such as compliance with HIPAA Knowledge of containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or other providers) #J-18808-Ljbffr