Principal Backend Developer, Clinical Applications

Oracle

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$109,700–$234,600 / yr
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17 days ago

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TL;DR · Principal Backend Developer, Clinical Applications

As a Principal Backend Developer in Clinical Applications Engineering at Oracle Health, you will join a team dedicated to modernizing provider workflows and clinical messaging capabilities within the next-generation cloud-native EHR platform. Your primary focus will be on designing and building scalable backend services for critical healthcare applications, working closely with product managers and architects to translate business requirements into technical solutions. You will also mentor junior engineers through code reviews and design discussions while fostering a culture of engineering excellence. Additionally, you will leverage modern AI-assisted development tools to enhance productivity while maintaining strong software engineering fundamentals. The ideal candidate has 7-9+ years of experience in developing enterprise-scale backend systems using Java or Python, with expertise in distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-native applications. This role offers the chance to influence healthcare technology at an enterprise level, addressing complex technical challenges in a highly regulated environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop cloud-native EHR applications for clinical workflows.
  • Build scalable backend services and distributed systems for critical healthcare applications.
  • Lead technical design discussions and contribute to long-term platform strategy.
  • Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, design sessions, and daily guidance.
  • Own services throughout the development lifecycle, from requirements to production support.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on backend development.
  • Strong experience developing large-scale backend systems using Java, Python, or other object-oriented languages.
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, APIs, and performance optimization.
  • Proven track record as a technical lead in guiding projects and mentoring engineers.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience building and supporting cloud-native applications in modern engineering environments.
  • Strong software design principles, data structures, algorithms, and system architecture expertise.

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