Software Engineer Lead

Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver personalized health care experiences and partner closely with providers to ensure members are genuinely cared for. We're a team that owns our work with accountability, makes data-driven decisions, embraces continuous learning, and celebrates collaboration - because success is a team sport. It's our mission to be there in the moments that matter most for our members and employees. Join us in creating a community of connected care, where coordinated, quality service is the norm and every member feels valued. Medica is seeking an experienced Software Engineer Lead with a development background in designing scalable solutions that will support Medica's eligibility platforms. This role is ideal for a highly technical strategic thinker who thrives in a mission-driven, healthcare-focused organization and is passionate about ensuring efficiency, scalability, financial integrity and compliance. The Software Engineer Lead will provide hands‑on technical leadership and guide the future of our technology ecosystem. The role will assess our current systems, uncover opportunities for modernization, and lead the design and implementation of scalable solutions that support Medica's long‑term goals. Performs other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate is a technical generalist with strong system design expertise and a proven ability to bridge strategy and execution across diverse technologies. Key Accountabilities Assess existing systems and integrations to understand current capabilities, gaps, and areas for improvement Lead system design and architecture decisions to build secure, scalable, and reliable solutions Provide hands‑on technical expertise in backend and frontend development while setting engineering best practices Partner with product, infrastructure, and business teams to define technology roadmaps and implementation plans Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement Communicate technical strategies and recommendations clearly to non‑technical stakeholders and leadership teams Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field desired, or equivalent work experience. 7+ years of experience in software engineering or technical architecture, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Preferred Qualifications Strong understanding of system design principles, architecture patterns, and cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure, APIs, microservices) Hands‑on experience in backend and frontend development, with proficiency in technology like Go, Java, .NET, and React Experience evaluating legacy systems and implementing modernization or integration solutions Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical teams and business stakeholders Skills and Abilities Experience in healthcare, insurance, or other regulated industries. Knowledge of security, privacy, and compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA). Experience leading technology transformations, migrations, or platform upgrades. Self‑starter with strong analytical skills Strong understanding of systems, data governance standards and hierarchies Ability to think strategically and influence with formal and informal leadership This position is an Office role, which requires an employee to work onsite, on average, 3 days per week. We are open to candidates located near one of the following office locations: Minnetonka, MN, or Madison, WI The full salary grade for this position is $112,400 - $168,600. While the full salary grade is provided, the typical hiring salary range for this role is expected to be between $98,400 - $147,525. Annual salary range placement will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, applicable certifications and/or licensure, the position's scope and responsibility, internal pay equity and external market salary data. In addition to compensation, Medica offers a generous total rewards package that includes competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees. The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Medica's compensation and benefits are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Eligibility to work in the US: Medica does not offer work visa sponsorship for this role. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Employment is contingent on verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, where all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr