Software Engineer - Interoperability & Data Platforms

Software Engineer – Interoperability & Data PlatformsWe are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer – Interoperability to design, build, and support enterprise scale healthcare interoperability and data integration solutions. This role supports CMS ONC, BCBSA, and enterprise interoperability initiatives, with a strong focus on FHIR based APIs, SmileCDR, and high volume ETL/ELT pipelines built on modern DataWorks platforms. The ideal candidate brings hands on development experience across SmileCDR, HL7 FHIR, Informatica Big Data Management (BDM), Python/PySpark, JavaScript, REST APIs, and cloud native data platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesInteroperability & API DevelopmentDesign, configure, and develop FHIR based interoperability solutions using SmileCDR.Implement and support HL7 FHIR resources (US Core, Da Vinci, CMS mandated APIs).Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for Patient Access, Provider Directory, Prior Authorization, and Payer to Payer use cases.Build API integrations using JavaScript, REST, OAuth2, and JSON payloads.Integrate external interoperability platforms such as Redox and third party healthcare APIs.Support API performance, monitoring, security, and compliance.SmileCDR & FHIR Platform ResponsibilitiesConfigure and manage SmileCDR repositories, FHIR endpoints, and data ingestion pipelines.Develop FHIR mapping, transformation, and validation logic.Implement SmileCDR workflows, interceptors, subscriptions, and data persistence strategies.Support SmileCDR upgrades, patches, and production troubleshooting.Data Engineering & ETL / ELT (High Volume Data)Design and build large scale, high volume ETL/ELT pipelines supporting clinical, claims, and member datasets.Develop pipelines using Python, PySpark, and distributed processing frameworks.Perform Source to Target Mapping, data transformations, and data quality validations.Support incremental, batch, and near real time ingestion patterns.Informatica Big Data Management (BDM)Develop and maintain data pipelines using Informatica Big Data Management (BDM).Implement mappings, workflows, and transformations for Hadoop based and cloud data platforms.Integrate Informatica BDM with Hadoop, Hive, Spark, and cloud storage.Optimize BDM jobs for performance, scalability, and reliability.Support metadata management, lineage, and operational monitoring.DataWorks Platforms & ToolsWork with modern data engineering tools and platforms, including:DBT – transformations, modeling, and analytics ready datasetsStarburst / Trino – federated query and analyticsApache Iceberg – large scale table format and versioned datasetsGCP / BigQuery – cloud native analytics and storageUse Smile ETL tools and enterprise ingestion frameworks.Support hybrid architectures spanning on prem Hadoop and cloud platforms.DevOps, CI/CD & Cloud EngineeringBuild and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab Pipelines.Follow DevOps best practices for source control, automated testing, and deployments.Support cloud deployments on GCP.Ensure secure, repeatable, and compliant deployments across environments.Collaboration & DeliveryPartner with product owners, architects, vendors, and compliance teams.Support CMS ONC regulatory timelines and audit readiness.Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and technical documentation.Provide production support and root cause analysis for critical data and API pipelines.Required Skills & ExperienceInteroperability & API SkillsSmileCDR (FHIR repository, configuration, ingestion, and APIs)HL7 FHIR (US Core, Da Vinci implementation experience)REST APIs, OAuth2, JSONJavaScript for API and integration developmentRedox or equivalent healthcare integration platformsData Engineering & ETLETL / ELT pipelines for large scale, high volume datasetsPython and PySparkSource to Target MappingData ModelingInformatica & Big DataInformatica Big Data Management (BDM)Informatica PowerCenter / IDMC (preferred)Hadoop, Hive, SparkDataWorks & Analytics PlatformsDBTStarburstApache IcebergGCP / BigQueryDevOps & CloudGitLab CI/CD PipelinesDevOps and release management practicesCloud platforms (GCP preferred)Preferred QualificationsHealthcare payer or provider interoperability experienceCMS ONC / BCBSA mandate experienceHL7 FHIR certification or equivalent hands on implementation experienceExperience supporting production systems and regulatory reportingEducationBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.