Senior Software Engineer - Backend

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Software Engineer Backend is responsible for designing and developing backend software solutions, including APIs and business logic, that support Allied’s internal and external Digital products. The role involves solving technical problems, contributing to the design of scalable and maintainable systems, and providing technical guidance to junior developers. As a senior engineer, this position is also responsible for helping resolve technical issues and supporting the successful delivery of projects assigned to the team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Design, develop, and maintain backend services, APIs, and business logic that enable frontend teams to focus on presentation and application behavior

Contribute to feature delivery while also supporting shared platform capabilities as needed to enable team and organizational goals

Collaborate with front-end engineers, product partners, and other stakeholders to ensure backend solutions effectively support feature requirements

Participate in roadmap execution that balances feature delivery with backend and platform health

Provide technical guidance to junior developers, particularly in backend design, code quality, and maintainability

Partner with the manager and stakeholders to identify and resolve technical or delivery blockers

Participate in code reviews to ensure solutions align with established engineering standards and best practices

Work across the full development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment

Contribute to the creation and maintenance of automated CI/CD pipelines supporting backend services

Meet expectations for productivity, quality, and achievement of individual and team goals

Collaborate with the manager to help shape technical strategies aligned with product and platform needs

Adhere to all applicable privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and related standards

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in computer science or information Technology or equivalent work experience required.

Certifications and Licenses: none required, though MCSA, GCP, and HIPAA Awareness/Security are preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

7+ years of professional software development experience building and supporting production grade systems

Experience designing and implementing APIs and backend services that encapsulate business logic and support frontend applications

Deep expertise in C# and .NET, including ASP.NET Web APIs and modern .NET (.NET Core)

Strong foundation in object-oriented programming and design, with practical application of SOLID principles

Proven experience designing scalable application architectures, such as Microservices, N Tier, or Clean Architecture

Hands-on experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL) and data access technologies such as Entity Framework Core or comparable ORMs

Experience writing maintainable, testable backend code, with exposure to TDD and/or BDD practices

Experience deploying and operating backend services and databases in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP

Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies, frameworks, or patterns as business and technical needs evolve

Ability to independently analyze problems and implement effective technical solutions, balancing quality, performance, and maintainability

Experience leveraging AI assisted development tools to improve productivity, code quality, or learning

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts and tools such as Terraform

Experience with authentication and integration patterns, including SSO and system to system data exchange

Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar platforms for source control and build automation

POSITION COMPETENCIES

Accountability

Analytical Problem Solving

Collaboration

Quality and Risk Management

Systems Thinking

Technical/Functional Expertise

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a standard desk role requiring extended periods of sitting and computer work

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote

Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.

Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.