Senior Software Engineer II Research & Development

Cotiviti is a leading provider of data-driven solutions that help healthcare organizations, retailers, and payers improve financial performance and operational efficiency. Our mission is to deliver actionable insights through advanced analytics, innovative technology, and deep domain expertise. As part of our engineering team, you will contribute to building scalable, secure, and high-performing systems that power critical business processes and enable better outcomes for our clients.

The Senior Software Engineer II is a senior technical engineer responsible for designing, developing, and delivering the Early Intervention Coordination of Benefits (EI-COB) solution on a high-volume healthcare data-processing platform, along with the related integrations, across hybrid environments (on-premise and cloud).

This role combines deep technical software expertise with broad architectural understanding to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing systems.

The ideal candidate will play critical role, leading parts of the technical solution and mentoring other Software Engineers, while working closely with the Leadership and Principal Software Engineer(s), and architects to drive technical and solution innovation. This position requires a deep understanding of software development, software development practices, leadership abilities, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

• Provide technical leadership in a team of Software Engineers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise.

• Act as a key influencer in technical decision-making and driving architectural improvements.

• Collaborate with Principal Software Engineers, Architects, and Leadership to design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions.

• Drive technical initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.

• Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and other areas for improvement.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance the team's capabilities.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.

• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale, complex systems.

• Complete all responsibilities as outlined in the annual performance review and/or goal setting.

• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.

• 8+ years’ experience in Software Engineering including 2+ years of proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer or equivalent role, with a strong track record of technical leadership and mentorship.

• Expertise in software development, including proficiency in Java, Python, Associated frameworks, MSSQL and Oracle PL/SQL.

• 5-7 years’ experience working with relational databases, and ETL processes.

• 3+ years’ experience with vector databases, SQL, No-SQL.

• Experience with AI Assistants such as Claude Code or Codex.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated ability to drive technical initiatives and deliver high-quality software solutions.

• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

• Experience with cloud computing platforms, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices are preferred.

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools.

• Contributions to open-source projects or a strong presence in the software development community are desirable.

• Communicating effectively with teams and stakeholders.

• Problem-solving and thinking critically to remove impediments and drive team success.

• Facilitating collaboration and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Ability to collaborate with all levels of Engineering to come to consensus on design, architectural and/or technical decisions

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

• Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area, if in a remote setting.

• Must have reliable, high-speed internet access / connectivity, office setup and maintenance, if in a remote setting.

Base compensation ranges from $134,000.00 to $165,000.00. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti.

For information about our benefits package, please refer to our Careers page. Date of posting: 7/9/2026Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. We anticipate that the application window will close on 11/9/2026, but the application window may change depending on the volume of applications received or close immediately if a qualified candidate is selected. #LI-Remote#senior