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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Humana Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $80,900.0 - $110,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Code Generation, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Systems Analysis, Internet Services, Productivity Software, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Software Systems, GitHub Copilot, Reliability of Systems, Technical Debt, Backend, Information Technology, Real Time Data, Software Coding, Code Restructuring, GPT, Microservices - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://humana.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Humana_External_Career_Site/job/Remote-Kentucky/Software-Engineer_R-422911 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field * 3-5 years of hands-on experience in software development, systems analysis, or application programming * Strong coding skills and familiarity with modern development practices (CI/CD, cloud platforms, automated testing, agile methodologies) * Experience using modern developer productivity tools, including AI-assisted coding, documentation, and testing solutions * Ability to effectively leverage AI-generated recommendations while exercising sound engineering judgment, code ownership, and quality standards * A passion for building elegant, reliable, user-centric software * A growth mindset and a desire to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on improving healthcare, * Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field * Experience with enterprise-scale cloud technologies, distributed systems, or microservices * Exposure to healthcare, wellness, or regulated industries (not required) * Familiarity with AI-assisted software engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, ChatGPT Enterprise, or similar enterprise-grade development platforms * Experience leveraging AI tools to improve software development, automated testing, technical documentation, debugging, or application modernization efforts * Experience using AI-assisted workflows to accelerate learning, onboarding, troubleshooting, and delivery of software solutions ## Description * Design, build, and deliver high-quality software solutions that power healthcare and wellness experiences. * Build and maintain mission-critical APIs that power Humana's Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) ecosystem, ensuring our members, partners, and internal systems can access accurate, real-time data at scale. * Develop and optimize high-performance backend services, with a focus on reliability, security, and maintainability. * Work hands-on across the full development lifecycle, coding, testing, debugging, optimizing, and deploying production-ready systems. * Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity, accelerate coding tasks, enhance documentation quality, support testing activities, and improve overall engineering effectiveness. * Utilize enterprise-approved AI solutions such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and similar tools to assist with code generation, code review, troubleshooting, refactoring, and knowledge discovery while maintaining engineering quality and accountability for delivered solutions. * Raise the bar on engineering quality, helping develop robust testing strategies, tooling, automation, AI-assisted development practices, and engineering standards. * Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, identifying root causes and implementing long-term fixes. * Collaborate within a cross-functional agile team, partnering with product, architecture, and QA to create solutions aligned with business and consumer needs. * Apply your engineering expertise to make independent decisions and solve ambiguous problems with minimal guidance. * Seek opportunities to modernize legacy components, improve system resilience and performance, enhance backend observability and developer experience, and identify ways AI and automation can accelerate modernization efforts and reduce technical debt. * Contribute to an engineering culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and relentless improvement of the consumer journey., To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership. Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense. Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. SSN Alert Statement Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website. Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. 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