We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join our Accumulator Integration team at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee!
In this role, you'll serve as a technical leader responsible for designing, supporting, and enhancing the systems and applications that ensure the accurate, timely, and reliable processing of accumulator data.. Day to day, you'll help modernize integration processes, drive automation opportunities, and ensure systems consistently meet operational and business expectations. Supporting claims adjudication and benefits administration, this critical role advances our mission - peace of mind through better health
Our ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise combined with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires the ability to balance daily operational support with long-term strategic enhancements, collaborate effectively across teams, and provide clear technical direction while executing with a sense of urgency.
Ideal Qualifications
Experience with C# and SQL
Prior experience in the health insurance industry
Familiarity with Python or SAS-based solutions
Notes
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
This is a remote, work-from-home position; however, the final round of interviews will take place onsite at our Chattanooga, TN headquarters.
We operate on Eastern Time core hours (8am-5pm ET).
Participation in an on-call rotation is required (one weekday per week and one full weekend every five weeks).
Job Responsibilities
Formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to design, develop, modify, or integrate complex information systems.
Devises or modifies application systems and procedures to optimize functional requirements including capacity, operating time, response time, and form of desired results.
Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents programs, subroutines, and scripts.
Develops and implements program/system test plans. Devises data verification methods and standard system procedures.
Responds to system failures and performance events by taking appropriate measures to reduce system downtime and eliminate recurrence of problems.
May conduct research on software and hardware products to justify recommendations and support management in budgeting and purchasing efforts.
Acts as expert technical resource to development staff in all phases of the development and implementation process.
Job Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience required. Equivalent years of experience are determined as one year of technical experience for every year of college requested.
Experience
1 year - Experience with information technology concepts, application development methodology, terminology, and standards required
5 years - Systems and programming experience required
1 year - Expert working knowledge of at least one programming language in use at BCBST.
Skills\Certifications
Proven skill with information technology in use at BCBST is required
Proven analysis, design, and coding skills, and demonstrated success in leading large and complex projects
Top level technical experience in one or more specialized areas of applications systems analysis and programming
Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate technical and/or or complex concepts into information meaningful to project team members and/or business personnel.
Be organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks with exceptional work ethic.
Leadership skills
Must be able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical co-workers
Number of Openings Available
1
Worker Type:
Employee
Company:
BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.
Applying for this job indicates your acknowledgement and understanding of the following statements:
BCBST will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin,citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Further information regarding BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices may be found by reviewing the following page:
BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices (https://www.bcbst.com/docs/equal-employment-opportunity.pdf)
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee via-email, the Internet or any other method without a valid, written Direct Placement Agreement in place for this position from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee HR/Talent Acquisition will not be considered. No fee will be paid in the event the applicant is hired by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a result of the referral or through other means.
As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, we've been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945. More than that, we're your neighbors and friends - fellow Tennesseans with deep roots of caring tradition, a focused approach to physical, financial and community good health for today, and a bright outlook for an even healthier tomorrow.
At BCBST, we empower our employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of our members. We seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability.
We're also seeking candidates who are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously. Additional, strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles at BCBST.
We foster a culture where innovation is encouraged. That includes using AI enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work - guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, we expect employees to leverage AI more broadly to transform how we serve members.
BCBST is a remote-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based.
BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U.S. with the exception of the following states: California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense.If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance.
