Software Engineer

📋 Description

• • Join the BlueCard ITS Applications team at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as an experienced Software Engineer, playing a pivotal role in the modernization and maintenance of critical internal-facing applications that power BlueCard claims processing.
• • This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team that leverages a diverse technology stack, including Mainframe COBOL, C#, MQ Series, Java, WebSphere, Linux, and Windows, offering a rich environment for professional growth and skill development.
• • You will be instrumental in enhancing existing systems and migrating legacy applications to modern architectures, ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of our claims processing infrastructure.
• • The role involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities, from defining system scope and objectives through in-depth research and fact-finding, to designing, developing, modifying, and integrating complex information systems.
• • You will be tasked with devising and refining application systems and procedures to meet stringent functional requirements, focusing on optimizing capacity, operating time, response time, and the desired output format.
• • A core part of your contribution will be the design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of programs, subroutines, and scripts, ensuring high-quality and maintainable code.
• • Depending on project needs and your expertise, you may serve in various project team roles, including project lead, business systems analyst, or technical lead for small to medium-sized initiatives, or manage specific phases of larger, more complex projects.
• • Continuous learning and skill maintenance are essential; you will be expected to stay current with the latest advancements in software languages, databases, platforms, operating systems, utilities, and networks relevant to your work assignments.
• • You will be a key responder to system failures and performance events, taking immediate and appropriate measures to minimize system downtime and implementing robust solutions to prevent the recurrence of problems.
• • This position offers a chance to mentor and guide less-experienced analysts and programmers, sharing your knowledge and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• • The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional adaptability, a strong commitment to teamwork, and an unwavering drive to meet and exceed commitments, contributing to the overall success of the BlueCard ITS Applications team.
• • You will work with data models and formats such as XML and JSON, ensuring seamless data exchange and integration across various systems.
• • The role requires a proactive approach to troubleshooting and root cause analysis, identifying and resolving issues efficiently to maintain system integrity.
• • Experience with messaging platforms like MQ Series will be valuable for developing solutions that facilitate asynchronous communication and data flow between applications.
• • You will have the opportunity to integrate on-premise solutions with cloud-based services, contributing to our evolving technology landscape.
• • This position is fully remote, offering flexibility while requiring onsite interviews at our Chattanooga, TN headquarters to ensure a strong cultural fit and understanding of the role.
• • The role requires participation in an on-call rotation approximately once every five weeks, ensuring continuous support for critical systems.
• • Sponsorship is not available for this role, so candidates must be authorized to work in the USA.
• • Contribute to the strategic goals of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee by ensuring the robust performance and continuous improvement of its core claims processing applications.
• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions, bridging the gap between technical capabilities and business objectives.
• • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
• • Uphold the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion by contributing to a work environment that respects and values all individuals.