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We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in cloud technologies and architectural patterns\. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Software Engineers and Infrastructure Engineering teams to ensure all solutions meet or exceed BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee standards\. You will also work with business stakeholders and Cloud Architects to identify and implement top\-tier cloud\-based application solutions\. Proficiency in OpenShift and Azure is preferred, but experience with other cloud engineering platforms will also be considered\.

In addition to the required qualifications, you will be a great match for this role if you have:

+ Experience with OpenShift for container orchestration and management\.

+ Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services\.

+ Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure as code \(IaC\)\.

+ Proficiency in React for front\-end development\.

+ Experience with Node\.js for back\-end development\.

+ Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries\.

+ Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools \(e\.g\., Jenkins, GitHub Actions\)\.

+ Knowledge of containerization technologies \(e\.g\., Docker\)\.

Note: This role will require monthly on\-call rotation\.

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

Employees who are required to operate either a BCBST\-owned vehicle or a personal or rental vehicle for company business on a routine basis\* will be automatically enrolled into the BCBST Driver Safety Program\. The employee will also be required to adhere to the guidelines set forth through the program\. This includes, maintaining a valid driver’s license, auto insurance compliance with minimum liability requirements; as defined in the “Use of Non BCBST\-Owned Vehicle” Policy \(for employees driving personal or rental vehicles only\); and maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record \(MVR\)\. \*The definition for "routine basis" is defined as daily, weekly or at regularly schedule times\.

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\.

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\.