Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software EngineerThe Aspen Group (TAG) is not just supporting healthcare—we’re actively engineering its future. As one of the largest retail healthcare support organizations in the United States, our technology empowers 16,000+ professionals across 1,200+ locations to deliver smarter, more accessible care.We provide the digital engine behind industry‑leading brands including Aspen Dental, ClearChoice, WellNow, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet, enabling them to operate, innovate, and scale at massive speed. This is a place where your code directly improves patient lives while fueling rapid organizational growth.To support our continued technological evolution, we are seeking an exceptional Senior Software Engineer to join our cutting‑edge engineering team.Role DetailsLocation: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full‑TimeRole OverviewAs a Senior Software Engineer, you are highly independent and self‑directed, with deep expertise across multiple technical domains. You bring a broad architectural perspective and are trusted to solve complex, ambiguous problems with minimal oversight.You proactively identify technical risks, uncover architectural opportunities, and design systems that span multiple services and platforms. While your day‑to‑day impact is within your team, you are directly accountable for product and program outcomes, including delivery quality and cost performance.You will collaborate closely with Product Managers, UX Researchers, Data Scientists, and DevOps/SRE teams to define requirements, shape solutions, and ensure reliable, high‑quality delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain highly scalable, reliable software systemsLead technical initiatives and architecture discussions within your teamMentor and guide less‑experienced engineers through code reviews and design collaborationImprove engineering standards, tooling, and development processesIdentify and resolve performance bottlenecks and system‑level architectural issuesQualifications5+ years of professional software development experienceStrong expertise in multiple programming languages and paradigmsDeep understanding of system design, distributed systems, and cloud architectureProven track record of delivering end‑to‑end software solutionsExcellent communication skills and ability to lead technical discussionsExperience integrating AI services or leveraging advanced AI coding tools to improve productivity and code qualityTechnical ProficienciesFrontendReact / Next.js / TypeScriptExpert level. Defines frontend architecture, manages complex application state, and enforces rigorous performance standards.BackendPython, PHPExpert level. Designs scalable, concurrent services and resilient microservice architectures.DatabasesPostgreSQL / NoSQLAdvanced data modeling, zero‑downtime migrations, and performance optimization.Infrastructure & CloudAWS / GCP / Kubernetes / CI/CDDesigns and operates robust CI/CD pipelines with deep knowledge of cloud networking, security, and container orchestration.AI ToolingClaude / LLMsIntegrates LLM APIs into production systems and uses advanced prompting for architectural evaluation and large‑scale code refactoring.Why Work at The Aspen Group?At TAG, we take care of the technology teams that take care of our patients and clinics. We’re proud to be named to Built In’s 2026 Best Large Places to Work in Chicago.As part of our engineering organization, you’ll enjoy:State‑of‑the‑Art WorkspaceWork alongside top talent in our beautiful new headquarters in Chicago’s vibrant Fulton Market district.Comprehensive HealthcareExcellent, industry‑leading health and dental coverage.Financial SecurityCompetitive 401(k) plan with company matching.Work‑Life BalanceHighly flexible PTO policy that treats you like an adult and gives you the time you need to recharge.Annual pay range: $129,000-$160,000A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match