Senior/Architect-Level Software Engineer (HIPAA-Compliant Web Applications)

Summary:

SoftwareCraft is seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer or Software Architect to lead the development of a HIPAA-compliant web application tailored for the medical research field. This is a ground-up project requiring a visionary engineer with strong technical expertise, a passion for innovation, and the ability to create scalable, secure, and user-friendly solutions.

You will work closely with researchers, clinicians, and IT professionals to ensure the platform supports data privacy, regulatory compliance, and the advanced needs of medical research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application Development:
  • Design, develop, and deploy a scalable, secure, and user-friendly web application from scratch, ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
  • Integrate with existing university systems, databases, and third-party tools to streamline workflows and enhance research capabilities.
• Architecture & Design:
  • Define the application architecture, including backend, frontend, database, and cloud infrastructure components.
  • Implement best practices for security, performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Design robust data encryption and secure access control mechanisms.
• Collaboration:
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including medical researchers, clinicians, data scientists, and IT staff, to gather and translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership within the project.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure the application meets all HIPAA and HITECH Act standards for data security and patient privacy.
  • Conduct regular security audits and implement measures to address vulnerabilities.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Establish CI/CD pipelines for efficient development and deployment.
  • Monitor application performance and reliability, making data-driven decisions for enhancements.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in the field of medical web applications and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

• Required Skills & Experience:
• Technical Expertise:
  • 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years building and deploying HIPAA-compliant web applications.
  • Expertise in programming languages such as Python (Django/Flask), JavaScript (React/Angular/Vue), or similar.
  • Strong understanding of database systems, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services for security, storage, and scalability.
• Security & Compliance:
  • Proven experience implementing HIPAA-compliant applications, including encryption, secure access, and audit trails.
  • Familiarity with data protection standards, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and secure API integrations.
  • Knowledge of risk management and incident response for regulated environments.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
  • Strong communication skills for translating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Leadership experience, including mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) or security (e.g., CISSP, HCISPP) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications that contribute to groundbreaking medical research.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, portfolio, and a brief statement of interest. Applications can be sent directly to
careers@softwarecraftcr.com or via our careers portal at
https://softwarecraftcr.com/careers/.

This job offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of medical research through technology while ensuring the highest standards of security and compliance.