Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Liberty Dental Plan is seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Cloud & Application Development to lead the design, development, and support of modern enterprise applications. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development and requires a strong background in full-stack application development, cloud technologies, and production support.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced software engineering leader who can mentor developers, collaborate across business and technical teams, and drive the successful delivery of high-quality solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure, Azure OpenAI, .NET technologies, and modern front-end frameworks.
What You'll Do
Technical Leadership
- Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with product owners, business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule.
- Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and architectural recommendations to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions.
Application Development
- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using C#, .NET, and SQL Server.
- Build and enhance responsive user interfaces using React or Angular (Angular 2+).
- Develop and integrate APIs, services, and cloud-based solutions to support business objectives.
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions and implementation plans.
Cloud Development & AI Solutions
- Design and develop cloud-native applications and services using Microsoft Azure.
- Implement and support Azure OpenAI (Preferred) and AI-driven capabilities within enterprise applications.
- Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security within cloud environments.
- Collaborate on cloud architecture and application modernization initiatives.
Production Support & Operations
- Support production applications and proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
- Monitor application health and performance to minimize downtime and improve user experience.
- Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure solutions adhere to security, compliance, and operational best practices.
What Sets This Role Apart
- Opportunity to lead both application development and cloud initiatives.
- Exposure to emerging AI technologies, including Azure OpenAI (Highly Preferred)
- High-impact role influencing architecture, engineering standards, and delivery practices.
- Ability to shape technical direction while remaining hands-on with development
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 6+ years of software development experience (or equivalent)
- Experience in the healthcare industry (dental preferred) is a plus
Required Experience
- Experience leading software engineering teams and collaborating across multiple functional groups to successfully deliver projects.
- Professional experience developing applications using:
- C#
- .NET / .NET Core
- SQL Server
- Microsoft Azur
- Professional experience building user interfaces using React or Angular (version 2 or later) within the past two years.
- Experience supporting production applications, troubleshooting issues, and implementing proactive solutions.
- Experience designing and developing scalable enterprise applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud-native architecture and application modernization.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software development practices.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Strong understanding of application performance monitoring and optimization.
- Azure OpenAI (Highly Preferred)
Core Capabilities
- Technical Leadership
- Full-Stack Application Development
- Cloud Application Development
- Azure OpenAI & AI Integration (Highly Preferred)
- Solution Design & Architecture
- Production Support & Incident Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Mentoring & Team Development
- Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
- Agile Delivery
Work Environment
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment.
- Opportunity to work closely with business and technology stakeholders.
- Fast-paced environment focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Liberty Dental Plan?
- Collaborative culture focused on growth and innovation.
- Opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies and AI-driven solutions.
- Meaningful work that supports critical business initiatives and member experiences.
- Ability to lead impactful engineering projects while remaining technically engaged.
Apply Today
If you are a hands-on engineering leader with expertise in cloud and application development, experience building modern solutions with .NET, Azure, Azure OpenAI, React, or Angular, and a passion for mentoring teams and driving successful technology initiatives, we encourage you to apply.
Qualifications
Location Our employees are based across multiple office locations throughout the United States. At this time, we are unable to hire employees or support work arrangements outside of the United States.
Must be available to work Pacific Time (PST) business hours
What Liberty Offers
Comprehensive medical coverage through Anthem, with affordable premiums and multiple plan options - including an HDHP with HSA eligibility.
100% employer-paid dental insurance and low-cost vision coverage for employees and dependents.
401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting, employer match, Roth option, and access to professional financial advice.
Short-term disability and a variety of voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave with rollover options, plus 10 paid company holidays and a wellness day.
Additional benefits including company-paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, an employee perks program, and flexible work options for eligible positions.
Compensation In the spirit of pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $145,000/annual, excluding benefits and potential bonuses. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and education. Liberty is committed to pay equity and also considers internal equity among current employees when making compensation decisions. Please note that offers are typically not made at the top of the salary range, allowing for future growth and advancement.
Our Commitment Liberty Dental Plan is dedicated to fostering a workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to building an inclusive environment that embraces diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, while creating a strong sense of belonging across our organization. We also remain focused on strengthening external partnerships to ensure equitable access to healthcare and improve population health in the communities we serve. Liberty complies with all applicable laws and regulations related to non-discrimination in employment, recruitment, promotions, transfers, and work authorization requirements.
Sponsorship and Relocation
Liberty Dental Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including VETS and individuals with disabilities).
At this time, we do not offer relocation assistance or employment sponsorship.