Job Description

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
At athenahealth, the Internal Developer Platform team is dedicated to revolutionizing the developer experience by modernizing our technology stack, enhancing our internal developer platform tech strategy, and building cutting-edge capabilities to accelerate software delivery. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the reference implementation for AWS microservices on Kubernetes, Caching Service enabling the hybrid cloud architecture and K8s platform.
Job Responsibilities:
Guide and mentor a team of engineers, promoting a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. Foster a robust engineering culture and provide direction on technical and career growth.
Lead reference implementation for cloud modernization initiatives, including the adoption of cloud-native applications and microservices architecture.
Lead the K8s platform, caching services and drive the tech strategy at athena.
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of microservices architecture on AWS using Kubernetes.
Improve the developer experience by implementing tools and practices that streamline development processes, such as CI/CD pipelines, automation, and code quality standards.
Oversee multiple programs focused on tech modernization. Ensure programs meet business requirements, compliance standards, and best practices.
Work with product managers, stakeholders, and other teams to align on project goals and deliverables. Ensure effective communication and manage stakeholder expectations.
Stay informed about the latest tech trends and emerging technologies. Encourage experimentation and learning within the team to continuously improve processes and solutions.
Have a strong understanding and passion for software engineering best practices such as testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
Ability to operate effectively and independently in ambiguous situations.
Passionate about transformational leadership and a bottoms-up culture, committed to developing both great engineers and impactful teams.
Experienced in leading, managing, coaching, or mentoring software developers to deliver high-quality software on time.
Ability to apply agile and lean principles to solve problems at any scale.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Perl, ReactJS
Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Experience with microservices architecture on platforms like AWS and Kubernetes.
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: At least 10-14 years of professional software engineering experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a people management role
Methodologies: Strong understanding of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, application resiliency, and security
Soft Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to coach and mentor both senior and junior engineers
Preferred Qualifications:
15+ years of experience in software engineering, with significant experience in cloud modernization efforts and open-source frameworks.
In-depth knowledge of the platform engineering
Relevant certifications in cloud computing, agile methodologies, or software engineering concepts.
This role is pivotal in driving technological transformation and enabling the tech strategy within the organization.
About athenahealth
Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients -- powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Our company culture: Our talented employees -- or athenistas, as we call ourselves -- spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.
Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.
What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces -- some offices even welcome dogs.
We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.
In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.
Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers