Senior Software Engineering Lead

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At Humana, a leading healthcare technology company, our Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) platform plays an essential role in supporting millions of members, pharmacists, and clinical partners. As a Senior Software Engineering Lead, you will be a vital technical authority within our progressive, agile engineering team—shaping architectural direction, enhancing engineering quality, and delivering robust backend and API solutions that drive meaningful healthcare outcomes.

This position is perfect for a seasoned backend/API engineer who is passionate about tackling complex challenges, mentoring fellow engineers, and leading the development of dependable, enterprise-level platforms.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Drive Technical Delivery & Planning • Lead the refinement of stories and technical planning, breaking down intricate initiatives into clear, actionable, and scalable backend/API tasks while collaborating closely with product and architectural teams.

Develop & Manage Essential PBM APIs • Create, implement, and enhance high-performance, secure APIs and backend services that form the backbone of Humana's PBM ecosystem, ensuring reliability, scalability, and outstanding data integrity.

Promote Engineering Excellence • Champion quality engineering through diligent code reviews, best-practice coaching, automation enhancements, and proactive identification of performance, quality, and reliability risks.

Oversee Security, Scalability & Architectural Execution • Ensure our systems meet enterprise-grade security, performance, and architectural standards while working with architects to align implementations with long-term technical strategies.

Guide Documentation & Communication • Maintain thorough technical documentation—covering API contracts, architectural blueprints, and operational runbooks—and effectively communicate risks, trade-offs, and decisions across teams.

Mentor & Enhance the Engineering Team • Support engineers through technical challenges, boost engineering maturity within your squad, and cultivate a culture emphasizing craftsmanship, learning, and continuous growth.

Who You Are

You are a backend-focused engineer passionate about: • Building resilient, secure, large-scale APIs and data flows • Leading technical initiatives across cross-functional agile teams • Making informed architectural decisions • Enhancing code quality, engineering culture, and developer experience • Mentoring fellow engineers and assisting teams in reaching higher performance levels

Contribute Your Skills for Meaningful Change

Required Skills and Experience • 8+ years of escalating experience in software engineering, preferably in large-scale or enterprise environments • 2+ years of experience in technical leadership (team lead, senior lead, tech lead, or similar roles) • Proficiency in backend API development with experience in contemporary engineering practices (automated testing, CI/CD, cloud-native design) • A strong commitment to building solutions that genuinely enhance the healthcare journey for millions

Preferred Qualifications • A master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline • Experience with cloud platforms, distributed systems, or healthcare/PBM systems • Understanding of enterprise integration patterns, event-driven architectures, or scalable data access strategies

Why Choose Humana?

At Humana, we prioritize your well-being as much as you do. We are dedicated to providing resources that will help you lead a happier, healthier, and more productive life. A few of the benefits we offer include: • Work-Life Balance • Generous PTO package • Health benefits starting on day 1 • Annual Incentive Plan • 401K with excellent company match • Well-being program • Paid Volunteer Time Off

If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, we may have the perfect opportunity for you at Humana.

Work-At-Home Requirements

To ensure the effectiveness of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees, the internet service provided must meet the following standards:

A minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; a wireless, wired cable, or DSL connection is preferred.

Satellite, cellular, and microwave connections can only be used with leadership approval.

Employees residing and working from Home in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will receive a bi-weekly payment to assist with their internet expenses.

Humana will supply Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with the necessary telephone equipment for their role.

Work from a dedicated, interruption-free space to safeguard member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel Requirements

Although this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be necessary.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation Range

The compensation range listed reflects a good faith estimate of starting base salary for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The actual pay may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications such as demonstrated skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications.

$129,300 - $177,800 per year

This position is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on individual and/or company performance.

Employee Benefits Description

Humana, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer competitive benefits designed to support holistic well-being. Our benefits encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while recognizing that your life extends beyond work. Among our offerings, Humana provides medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and numerous other options.

Application Deadline: 04-01-2026

About Humana

Humana Inc. is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we simplify the process for millions seeking to achieve their best health—delivering care and service tailored to their needs. Our initiatives are enhancing quality of life for individuals with Medicare and Medicaid, families, military professionals, and communities. Learn more about what we provide at Humana.com and CenterWell.com.

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