Job Description
Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (G.E.H.A) is a nonprofit member association that provides health and dental benefits that millions of federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families have counted on since 1937. Offering one of the largest health and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, G.E.H.A empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care.
G.E.H.A has one mission: To empower federal workers to be healthy and well.
The Sr developer designs, implements, and supports applications to meet business needs. Works closely with the Team Lead and Integration Analyst to develop system solutions. Provides support to peers in addressing solutions.
SKILLS
· Analyze, design, develop, and implement application solutions in one or more programming languages
· Supports applications with an understanding of system integration, test planning, and troubleshooting
· Establishes, participates, and maintains relationships with business units, customers, and subject matter experts to remain apprised of direction, project status, architectural and technology trends, risks, and functional/integration issues
· Defines specifications and develop solutions, modifies existing solutions, and prepares functional specifications
· Analyzes program and application performance using various programming languages, tools, and techniques
· Reviews project requests, evaluates alternatives, provides estimates and makes recommendations
· Participate in scrum ceremonies, including, refining user stories, establishing acceptance criteria, story sizing, etc.
· Take ownership of the delivery of features and capabilities throughout the development process
· Review code repositories to maintain current coding standards and participate in peer code reviews
· Identifies potential process improvement areas and suggests options and recommends approaches
· Troubleshoot issues
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
· 5+ years of experience in a computing environment with multiple programming languages
· Experience using Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile processes
· Technical toolbox should include:
o Build Web APIs using C#
o MS Azure experience (e.g., Azure Functions, App Services, Container Services)
o MS Azure DevOps experience (e.g., GIT Repos, Azure CICD Pipelines)
o Familiarity with event driven architecture and messaging
o SQL Server
o JSON, API and Web Services
· Experience with SOAP and SOAP utilities
· Experience with Security frameworks (e.g., JWT, OAUTH2)
· Experience in creating REST API documentation using Swagger and YAML or similar tools desirable
· Knowledge of ITIL and ITSM processes and tools (i.e. ServiceNow, ADO boards)
· Proficient in MS Office tools, (e.g. Excel)
· Familiarity with the API Management Life cycle including design, development, security, governance, monitoring, alerting, and versioning
· Exceptional research skills and resourcefulness
· Effective communication skills; listening, written and verbal; ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
#LI-Remote
- Work-at-home requirements
- Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.
- A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.
- Latency (ping) response time lower than 80 ms
- Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
- A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
- How we value you
- Competitive pay/salary ranges
- Incentive plan
- Health/Vision/Dental benefits effective day one
- 401(k) retirement plan: company match – dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution
- Robust employee well-being program
- Paid Time Off
- Personal Community Enrichment Time
- Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D
- Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program
While this is a remote opportunity, at this time G.E.H.A does not hire employees from U.S. territories or the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Maine.
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. G.E.H.A considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
The hiring range for this position is $108,325 - $137,038 USD. At G.E.H.A, the current maximum salary for this role is $152,699 USD. While initial compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications, there is a path to work toward this top rate through performance and continued growth within the organization.
G.E.H.A is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. G.E.H.A will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
G.E.H.A is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri, in the Kansas City area. We recognize the importance of balance and flexibility and offer hybrid and work-from-home options for many of our roles.
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