Principal Software Developer (Backend / Full Stack)

Description

As a Principal Software Engineer at Oracle Health, you will play a critical role in developing backend systems that support our EHR solutions. You will work with cutting-edge technologies, including modern Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Micronaut, Quarkus), to design and implement scalable microservices and distributed architectures. Our backend services handle large volumes of data, requiring robust design principles to ensure performance, security, and high availability.

You will build secure REST and GraphQL APIs that facilitate seamless integration with external systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards like FHIR and HL7. Your work will empower healthcare providers with easy access to data, improving patient care and streamlining workflows. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to integrate AI and machine learning models to enhance our solutions with intelligent automation and data-driven insights.

This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, data scientists, and product managers, to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end solutions. You will also mentor junior engineers, participate in code reviews, and contribute to maintaining high code quality across the team. If you are passionate about backend development, scalability, and healthcare technology, we invite you to join us in transforming the future of healthcare.

Career Level - IC4

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using modern Java frameworks in a microservices architecture, ensuring scalability and high availability.

• Build and manage secure and efficient REST and GraphQL APIs, enabling seamless integration with external systems.

• Lead the implementation of distributed systems that handle large-scale data processing, optimizing performance and reliability.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare standards such as FHIR, HL7, and HIPAA, building systems that are interoperable across healthcare platforms.

• Integrate AI/ML models into backend services to enhance automation and data-driven insights.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, data scientists, and product managers, to deliver comprehensive solutions.

• Drive code quality through best practices, code reviews, and technical mentorship of junior engineers.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in backend technologies, cloud platforms, and healthcare software standards.

 

Requirements:

• 6-10 years of experience in backend or full stack development, with a strong focus on Java and modern Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Micronaut, Quarkus).

• Proven experience in designing scalable, distributed systems and microservices architectures.

• Expertise in building RESTful and GraphQL APIs, with a deep understanding of security best practices.

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience working with healthcare software standards like FHIR, HL7, and data compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA).

• Strong background in databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data management techniques.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure) and scalable infrastructure design.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical discussions and projects.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on delivering impactful solutions.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI/ML integration in backend systems.

• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and data streaming tools (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).

• Previous experience in healthcare IT and a deep understanding of EHR systems.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices.

• Experience with Agile methodologies and related tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).

 

Qualifications
Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range: from $94,200 to $223,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.