Valenz® Health simplifies the complexities of self-insurance for employers through a steadfast commitment to data transparency and decision enablement powered by its Healthcare Ecosystem Optimization Platform. Offering a strong foundation with deep roots in clinical and member advocacy, alongside decades of expertise in claim reimbursement and payment validity, integrity, and accuracy, as well as a suite of risk affinity solutions, Valenz optimizes healthcare for the provider, payer, plan, and member. By establishing “true transparency” and offering data-driven solutions that improve cost, quality, and outcomes for employers and their members, Valenz engages early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare.
About Our Opportunity
As a Software Developer II, you will contribute significantly on software that processes healthcare claims, making sure they meet standards, and manage data. You'll be involved in creating, testing, and maintaining this software, which is crucial for both Valenz and our clients. You will work closely with our internal and external teams identifying challenges and supporting the development of innovative solutions that support our goals as an organization.You’ll drive our projects forward with your skills in communication, documentation, creativity, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
Things You’ll Do Here:
- Collaboration and Support: Work closely with a team of developers in building and updating custom applications, ensuring adherence to coding best practices and security standards. Provide support to junior developers, contributing to their learning and growth.
- Problem-Solving: Employ technical knowledge to identify and resolve application issues. Participate in troubleshooting, analysis, and modification of systems including scripting, testing, debugging, and documentation under the guidance of more experienced developers.
- Project Participation: Contribute actively to multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality of deliverables. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align development efforts with business objectives. Participate in project-related ceremonies or standups as required.
- Continuous Learning and Innovation: Keep updated on new technologies and methods. Support the introduction of innovative solutions and improvements to existing systems. Participate in research and development efforts to expand product capabilities.
- Quality Assurance: Contribute to the quality of code and documentation, assisting in the smooth transition of applications. Support adherence to company policies and industry standards.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
- Experience: 5+ years of software engineering experience, with a background in Python application development.
- Technical Expertise:
- Solid knowledge of Python. Familiarity with ASGI-WSGI / Flask is beneficial.
- Experience in web application development (knowledge of VUE.js is a plus).
- Understanding of PostgreSQL, SQL, ORM frameworks, and web scraping technologies.
- Familiarity with the SDLC and Agile methodologies.
- Growth and Collaboration Skills: Demonstrated ability to support and collaborate within a team. Open to mentoring from senior team members and eager to assist in project needs.
- Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills for effective team collaboration and documentation.
- Adaptability: Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing project priorities.
- Self-Driven: Capable of working independently with guidance, managing tasks to completion within established practices.
A plus if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
- Familiarity with SQL and ORM frameworks.
- Familiarity with WSGI or Flask.
- Experience with web scraping technologies.
- Familiarity with ANSI X12 healthcare transactions (837, 834, 997, etc.).
- Experience working in the healthcare industry and with claims applications.
Where You’ll Work
This is a fully remote role.
Why You Will Love Working Here
We offer employee perks that go beyond standard benefits and compensation packages – see below!At Valenz, our team is committed to delivering on our promise to engage early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. We want everyone engaged within our ecosystem to be
strong, vigorous, and healthy. You’ll find limitless growth opportunities as we grow together. If you're ready to utilize your skills and passion to make a significant impact in the healthcare self-funded space, Valenz might be the perfect place for you!
Perks and Benefits
- Generously subsidized company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Spending account options: HSA, FSA, and DCFSA
- 401K with company match and immediate vesting.
- Flexible working environment.
- Generous Paid Time Off to include Vacation, Sick, and Paid Holidays.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Community giveback opportunities, including paid time off for philanthropic endeavors.
At Valenz, we celebrate, support, and thrive on inclusion, for the benefit of our associates, our partners, and our products. Valenz is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all associates and to providing associates with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Valenz are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
