Staff Software Engineer - Hybrid Atlanta, GA

Staff Software EngineerJob Description Summary: Our client base is constantly growing and we're looking for great software engineers to make our team better. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be a technical contributor for our Aware platform. You'll be challenged often and will find yourself working on all areas of the application domain across the full app delivery stack. Design and implement highly resilient, scalable, and performant solutions that solve complex healthcare problems using VueJS, NodeJS, Java, AWS and more. Participate in technical and product discussions with leaders across our engineering, product, and business teams. Self-reliance, without supervision, while showcasing best design/communication/solution practices in daily works. Ensure continuously improve our standard of engineering excellence.What You'll Do:10 + years of software development experience.Strong foundation in computer science principles, including algorithms, data structures, and system design building scalable web applications and backend servicesExpert understanding of software engineering best practices, such as version control, testing, and continuous integrationNodeJSJavaSpringJavaScript/TypeScriptAt least one modern frontend framework (VueJS, React, or Angular)SQL and relational databasesREST APIAutomated testing (JUnit, TestNG, Jest, Vitest, or similar)Familiarity with web technologies, APIs, and distributed systemsFamiliarity with Shift Left and test automationEffective communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a teamHighly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership; proactively identifies opportunities, takes initiative without being asked, and follows through with persistenceWhat You'll Need:Preferred Requirements:Experience with generative AI, machine learning, and predictive algorithmsFamiliarity with statistics and healthcare domainExpertise with distributed event streaming platforms like KafkaExperience with data pipeline technologies* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.* 10+ years of progressive experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on building scalable, distributed systems.About Waystar:Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.Waystar's healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun.Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans.Waystar Perks:Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidaysPaid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning accessFree mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support401(K) program with company matchPet insuranceEmployee resource groupsWaystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Waystar