Lead Software Developer

Lead Software Developer – Remote Contract Opportunity Hourly Pay Range - $85-$100 per hour.Join a dynamic team at an innovative company reshaping healthcare technology. As a Lead Software Developer, you will drive the design and development of scalable, secure cloud-based applications within the healthcare domain, particularly focusing on EHR systems. This role offers a unique chance to lead technical solutions that impact patient care and improve health outcomes, all while working remotely on a contract-to-hire basis.Key Responsibilities:Follow the full software development lifecycle to design, build, and optimize cloud-native applications.Lead architectural and system design efforts, ensuring scalability, security, and resilience.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical specifications and ensure high-quality deliverables.Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, containerized applications, and infrastructure as code.Leverage GenAI tools to accelerate development processes while maintaining strict adherence to best practices.Top 5 Required Skills:Cloud architecture design, especially Microsoft Azure, AWS, or GCPEpic EHR domain expertise and Epic certification preferredInfrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)CI/CD pipeline development and DevOps practicesStrong software engineering fundamentals and Git proficiencyTop 5 Nice to Have Skills:Kubernetes and Docker containerizationData technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, DatabricksObservability and security tools (Grafana, Azure Log Analytics, OpenTelemetry)Generative AI integration and AI-assisted development experienceHealthcare industry experience, especially in systems integrationPreferred Education & Experience:Advanced degree or certifications in computer science, software engineering, or related fields10+ years of professional development experience with leadership responsibilitiesProven success leading complex cloud-native applications in healthcareAdditional Requirements:Experience designing and deploying health IT solutions with a focus on security and complianceAbility to work independently and lead multiple teams or resourcesStrong communication skills to present technical solutions effectivelyTake the next step in your career by applying today—shape the future of healthcare technology with your expertise!Associate Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for open positions with our company.