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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer (Developer Experience/Platform Engineering) - **Company:** Delta Dental Insurance Company - **Location:** Rancho Cordova, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $93,445.0 - $202,465.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Delivery, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Distributed Systems, OAuth, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Openapi, Spring Cloud, GitHub Copilot, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Software Troubleshooting, Backend, Agentic-AI, Cloudformation, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Copilot Studio, AI Platforms, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Github Enterprise, Bicep, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Model Context Protocol, Terraform, Api Management, Docker - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18741013/Senior-Software-Engineer-Developer-Experience-Platform-Engineering-California-Rancho-Cordova ## About the Role We are looking for a passionate and versatile Senior Software Engineer to help shape the next generation of developer experience across the enterprise. This role focuses on building and evolving platforms, tools, and self-service capabilities that improve developer productivity, accelerate delivery, and simplify the software development lifecycle., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * 4+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on Platform Engineering and Developer Experience. * Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including object-oriented design, design patterns, system design, distributed systems, API design, and software architecture principles. * Proficient in Java or JavaScript. * Experience building and supporting cloud-native applications and platforms, preferably in Azure. * Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. * Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and automation solutions. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM/Bicep, CloudFormation, or similar technologies. * Familiarity with API technologies, OpenAPI specifications, authentication, authorization, OAuth2, and JWT. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across distributed teams., * Experience with Developer Experience (DevEx), Platform Engineering, Developer Productivity, or Internal Developer Platform (IDP) initiatives. * Experience with technologies such as Azure API Management, WireMock, Backstage, LaunchDarkly, Azure App Configuration, Microsoft Fabric, GitHub Enterprise, or similar platforms. * Familiarity with DORA metrics and engineering productivity measurement. * Experience building self-service platforms and developer enablement solutions. * Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, or similar technologies. * Experience developing AI agents, intelligent workflows, agentic applications, or Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions. * Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, vector databases, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and modern AI architecture patterns. * Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or SAFe environments. What Makes You Successful * Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills. * Solid engineering fundamentals and sound technical judgment. * A proactive, "go-getter" mindset with a strong sense of ownership. * Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to changing priorities. * Effective time management and the ability to balance multiple initiatives. * Comfortable working through ambiguity and helping define the path forward. * Passion for improving developer productivity and engineering excellence. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team. * Open to feedback, continuous learning, and improving how you work. ## Description As part of the team, you'll work across a diverse portfolio of engineering platforms and initiatives, including API Developer Portals, Mock API solutions, Feature Management Platforms, and Data Platforms, as well as other emerging technologies. This is an end-to-end engineering role that may span backend development, frontend development, DevOps, and automation. Success in this role requires strong engineering fundamentals, curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for solving complex problems. * Design, develop, test, and maintain developer platforms, tools, and services that improve engineering productivity and developer experience. * Build and enhance strategic developer enablement solutions, including developer portals, Mock API platforms, Feature Management solutions, Internal Developer Platform (IDP) capabilities, and Data platforms. * Partner with engineering, architecture, infrastructure, security, and product teams to identify developer pain points and implement scalable solutions. * Design and implement reusable services, frameworks, APIs, libraries, automation, and self-service capabilities. * Contribute to platform architecture, technical design, engineering standards, and best practices. * Integrate security, observability, automation, and compliance capabilities into engineering platforms and CI/CD pipelines. * Evaluate emerging technologies and drive innovation through proofs of concept and production-ready solutions. * Continuously improve platform adoption, reliability, operational efficiency, and developer satisfaction.