Principal Software Engineer

Cotiviti

. Assess the existing Support/ticketing module and decide whether to absorb, wrap behind an API, or re-platform it .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $176,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on full-stack development, API architecture, and integration patterns. Proficient in managing technical discovery, regulatory compliance, and producing architecture documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C#/.NET ExperienceFull-Stack Delivery ExperienceMicrosoft Azure PaaS ServicesEnterprise Identity Platforms (Okta, Azure AD)Architecture Documentation Production

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringAPI DevelopmentData PipelinesRole-Based Access ControlBuild-Vs-Integrate Decision MakingFrontend and Backend Code WritingIntegration PatternsTechnical DiscoveryMulti-Phase Technical Program ScopingArchitecture Documentation

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical LeadershipDecision-MakingCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

BlazorMicrosoft AzureOktaSCIMREST APIsWebhooksPostgresSQLAPI ManagementLogic Apps

Industry Keywords

PHI HandlingPII HandlingRegulatory ComplianceIdentity ManagementSaaS Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzurePostgresSQLVault.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess the existing Support/ticketing module and decide whether to absorb, wrap behind an API, or re-platform it
Lead technical discovery of systems behind legacy client portals and assess exposing their data through a unified client-facing layer
Define and help build the platform architecture, including API/aggregation layer, data pipelines, authentication/authorization model, and integration patterns
Make and document build-vs-integrate decisions for major components
Design role-based access control and data segmentation for Executive, Analyst, and Operations personas and different client organizations
Reconcile the access model with the existing Okta/SCIM setup
Partner with Product, Security/Compliance, and Data teams on regulatory and PHI/PII handling requirements
Write production frontend and backend code establishing engineering patterns
Produce architecture documentation and decision records
Advise on build sequencing and phasing based on dependencies and risk
Act as the primary technical point of contact during discovery and early build phases
Complete annual performance review or goal-setting responsibilities and assigned special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of software engineering experience
3+ years in a principal/staff-level or senior technical lead role
Hands-on full-stack delivery experience
Strong C#/.NET experience
Exposure to Blazor or comparable component-based .NET web frameworks
Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure PaaS services, including App Service/Web Apps, API Management, Logic Apps or equivalent workflow/integration orchestration, Key Vault, and Azure-managed relational databases (Postgres or SQL)
Experience with enterprise identity platforms such as Okta, Azure AD/Entra ID, or similar
Experience with SSO, MFA, and SCIM-based provisioning
Experience integrating third-party SaaS systems via REST APIs and webhooks, including bidirectional sync patterns
Track record of producing architecture documentation and driving technical decisions with cross-functional stakeholders
Experience scoping and sequencing a multi-phase technical program
Experience making build-vs-integrate-vs-replatform decisions on existing systems
Ability to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and maintain an office setup
Ability to provide a dedicated, secure work area
Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus consideration
Medical insurance coverage
Dental insurance coverage
Vision insurance coverage
Disability insurance coverage
Life insurance coverage
401(k) savings plans
Paid family leave
9 paid holidays per year
17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti