Application Developer, Experienced

Job Description

The IT Health Solutions Portfolio team delivers and supports new solutions and enhancements to multiple systems and applications. The Full Stack Engineer will report to the Senior Manager. In this role you will be deeply involved in the design, development, and deployment of secure, high-quality software solutions. Your role will focus on integrating security and automation throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC), with an emphasis on writing clean, maintainable code and building infrastructure that supports CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and cloud-native delivery. You'll implement and enforce DevSecOps best practices tailored for Azure, contribute to infrastructure as code, and work closely with developers, testers, and cloud engineers to ensure code is secure, scalable, and production-ready from day one. This role requires a hands-on engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about code quality, automation, and secure cloud development. Our leadership model is about developing great leaders at all levels and creating opportunities for our people to grow - personally, professionally, and financially. We are looking for leaders that are energized by creative and critical thinking, building and sustaining high-performing teams, getting results the right way, and fostering continuous learning.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop user interfaces and application programs using technical specifications and design documents, focusing on modern frameworks and cloud-native solutions.
• Build efficient and cost-effective implementations, leveraging reusable components where possible.
• Support operational excellence by assisting with incident resolution, process automation, and smooth deployments for technology products and platform features.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes and enhance team agility and efficiency.
• Apply CI/CD practices to improve reliability, scalability, and performance of applications.
• Monitor and manage software configuration changes, using cloud monitoring tools to ensure data reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Provide support for multiple application platforms or business processes, ensuring seamless integration in a cloud environment.
• Work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Stay informed about IT and healthcare industry trends to bring innovative ideas to the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in application development and support, preferably in cloud-based environments.
• Proficiency in modern front-end frameworks such as React or Vue, with understanding of component-based architecture.
• Solid experience with JavaScript, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Basic scripting and automation skills using tools like PowerShell or Python.
• Familiarity with .NET or Java-based applications and experience working on Windows or Linux platforms.
• Understanding of networking and security fundamentals (e.g., HTTP, SSL, DNS, Active Directory).
• Working knowledge of SQL and API integrations.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and version control tools (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket).
• Experience or interest in containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Preferred: Experience in healthcare technology or familiarity with tools like Epic or Salesforce Health Cloud.

About the Team

About Stellarus and the Ascendiun Family of Companies

Stellarus, launched in January 2025, is designed to scale innovative healthcare solutions that support customers in creating a health care experience deserving of their family, friends, and neighbors.

Stellarus is part of a family of organizations that is overseen by a nonprofit corporate entity named Ascendiun. The Ascendiun Family of Companies also includes Blue Shield of California and its subsidiary, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan and Altais, a clinical services company.

Stellarus' vision is to empower its customers to create a healthcare experience that is worthy of their family, friends, and neighbors. Stellarus' objective is to offer innovative, modern, scalable solutions that challenge the health care status quo. This very closely aligns with Blue Shield of California's vision by using innovation to improve quality, affordability, and experience for members.

To achieve our mission, we foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute fully to address the needs of the various communities we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive workplace that upholds our values and advances our goals.

Our Values:

At Stellarus, our core values of agility, trust, drive, courage and service shape our approach to developing innovative product offerings.

Our Workplace Model:

At Stellarus and the Ascendiun Family of Companies, we believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. As we continue to evolve our workplace model, our focus remains on creating spaces where our people can connect with purpose - whether working in the office or through a hybrid approach - by providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce.

Two Ways of Working:

• Hybrid (Default): Work from a business unit-approved office at least two (2) times per month (for roles below Director-level) or once per week (for Director-level roles and above).Exceptions:

o Member-facing and approved out-of-state roles remain remote.

o Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits.

o For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.

• On-Site: Work from a business unit-approved office an average of four (4) or more days a week.

Physical Requirements:

Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.