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Manager, Application Engineering

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Health Insurance
Family/Dependent Health
Paid Holidays

Job Description

ABOUT THIS POSITION

We are seeking an experienced and driven Software Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team of software engineers and QA professionals. In this role, you will own delivery, quality, and the growth of your team while partnering closely with product and technology leadership to build the award-winning products we offer our clients. Our Engineering Managers are hands-on technical leaders who bring both strategic vision and the willingness to dig into the details alongside their team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Manages all day-to-day activities of the team 

  • Conducts People Operations responsibilities for all assigned team members, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, etc. 

  • Schedules projects and resources, and monitors project timelines; will ultimately be accountable for the success or failure of all team projects 

  • Motivates and provides guidance to team members toaccomplishteam goals through counseling, performance reviews, mentoring, and team building activities 

  • Coaches team members, helping them develop into more senior/experienced resources 

  • Works with the Business Product Owners toidentifypriorities for Application Development and enhancements;acquires resources for projects to fit the current and future needs of the Business 

  • Works closely and cohesively with other Managers within Technology, as well as with key stakeholders in related departments 

  • Helps other Technology Managers set and implement policies and procedures related to application quality, standards, and testing 

  • Technical capabilities are on par with the Lead Application Engineer 

  • Plays an integral part inestablishing, driving, and enhancing processes and procedures within the team, and within the Technology department as a whole 

  • Establishes training offerings, suited for individuals’ needs, for them to progress 

  • Establishes priorities for Lead Application Engineers and ensures that they have guidance and coaching in mentoring other team members 

  • Additionalduties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • Experience with statically typed / compiled languages (c#, java, c, go)

  • Experience with dynamically typed / interpreted languages (javascript, python,php)

  • Experience with Relational Databases (sqlserver,mysql,postgres)

  • Experience with cloud technologies (aws,gcloud, azure)

  • Experience as a Technical Lead/Lead Engineer

  • Experience with Version Control (git)

  • Experience with Unit and Integration Testing Methodologies

  • Experience buildinghighly-scalablesoftware solutions

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & welcome change

  • Highly self-motivated

  • Ability to work both in team and solo environments

  • Demonstrates Leadership

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with flat file data processing (parsing, validation, normalization)

  • Experience with cloud-based data tools (Airflow, Athena/S3, Glue,etc)

  • Experience with data analytics tools (snowflake,PowerBI)

  • Prior experience as a people leader

ABOUT WAYSTAR

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.

Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers.  We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun.

Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.comor follow @Waystaron Twitter.

WAYSTAR PERKS

  • Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
  • Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
  • We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
  • Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
  • Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
  • 401(K) program with company match
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee resource groups

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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FAQs About Manager, Application Engineering Jobs at Waystar

What is the work location for this position at Waystar?
This job at Waystar is located in Louisville, Kentucky, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Waystar?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Waystar?
Waystar lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Waystar?
Waystar is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Waystar for this role?
Waystar offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, Tuition/Education Assistance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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