Software Engineer II - API Developer

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Software Engineer II - API Developer.

We are seeking a Software Engineer II - API Developer to contribute to the development, optimization, and integration of API solutions in healthcare technology. You will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to build secure and scalable APIs that enhance interoperability, data security, and healthcare operations.

Key Responsibilities include:

Development and Design:

• Develop and maintain scalable, high-performance APIs for healthcare applications.
• Implement secure integration solutions for EHRs, medical devices, and third-party platforms with guidance from senior engineers.
• Support compliance efforts by following HIPAA, GDPR, and healthcare standards (HL7, FHIR, DICOM).
• Optimize API performance through techniques such as caching and efficient data retrieval.
• Apply security best practices, including OAuth, JWT, and RBAC.

Maintenance and Support:

• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and healthcare professionals to align API solutions with clinical needs.
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions to improve API development best practices.
• Stay updated on healthcare API trends and emerging technologies.

Position Requirements:

Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in API development, ideally within healthcare or regulated industries.
• Proficiency in RESTful APIs and familiarity with GraphQL. Hands-on experience in designing scalable architecture is a plus.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or JavaScript.
• Basic understanding of healthcare standards (HL7, FHIR, DICOM) and data privacy regulations (HIPAA, GDPR).
• Experience with SQL & NoSQL databases for healthcare data storage and retrieval.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud) and API gateway technologies.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and event-driven systems.
• Familiarity with authentication methods like OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect.
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and automated API deployment strategies
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot API-related issues.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain APIs: Write clean, efficient, and scalable API code to support healthcare applications, ensuring seamless data exchange and integration across systems.
• Ensure secure healthcare integrations: Implement robust authentication and authorization protocols, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and RBAC, to protect sensitive patient information.
• Support compliance and interoperability: Follow HIPAA, GDPR, and healthcare standards (HL7, FHIR, DICOM) to ensure APIs meet regulatory and security requirements. Collaborate with compliance teams to stay updated on evolving regulations.
• Optimize API performance: Use techniques such as caching, rate limiting, and efficient data retrieval to enhance responsiveness and scalability of APIs in high-demand healthcare environments.
• Assist in designing API specifications: Contribute to API design discussions, ensuring adherence to best practices in RESTful API architecture and assisting with GraphQL implementations where applicable.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with senior engineers, product managers, and healthcare professionals to align API solutions with clinical workflows and healthcare IT needs. Engage in cross-functional problem-solving sessions to improve data exchange efficiency.
• Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing: Provide feedback to peers, incorporate best practices, and engage in discussions on improving API reliability and maintainability.
• Contribute to microservices architecture: Assist in designing containerized API solutions using Docker and Kubernetes, supporting modular and scalable healthcare platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve API-related issues: Diagnose and resolve integration errors, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities, ensuring high availability of healthcare services.
• Stay up to date with healthcare API trends: Research emerging technologies, frameworks, and integration patterns to recommend improvements in API development strategies.

Travel Requirements: 5% US or International travel

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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