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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** Shield AI - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, ASC X12 Standards, JIRA, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Queries, Software Debugging, DevOps, Programming Tools, UN Electronic Data Interchange for Administration Commerce and Transport, Entity Framework, Github, Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Nunit, Parsing, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Mstest, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, SQL Stored Procedures, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Transaction Processing (Computing), Delivery Pipeline, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Backend, Git, Xunit, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Information Technology, Serverless Computing, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** May 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/saic-software-systems-engineer-oroej6kmh9 ## About the Role Marathon is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Sr. Software Engineer (C#/.NET Developer) who will work across EDI transaction processing, backend API development, and cloud native systems on AWS. This is a hands-on engineering role with direct impact on how VA healthcare data flows through our platform. This is a 100% Remote role., * Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required., * Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development using C#/.NET technologies * Proven track record of working on complex software projects and leading development initiatives * Experience with designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-level applications Requirements * Strong proficiency in C#/.NET ecosystem * Proficiency in developing back-end applications using design and integration patterns * Hands-on AWS experience (serverless, messaging, storage, databases) preferred * Strong SQL skills: writing and optimizing stored procedures, troubleshooting execution plans, performance tuning in MSSQL * Proficient with Git and GitHub * Experience with MSSQL or similar relational databases * Proficiency in database design and development, including working with SQL Server and Entity Framework. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS) and services. * Understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices and tools (e.g., AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy). * Knowledge of unit testing frameworks and tools (e.g., NUnit, xUnit, MSTest). - Proficiency in using development tools like Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. * Ability to work independently and as part of a large team. * Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality software. * Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively using JIRA. * Experience with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban). * Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (IaC). * Ability to conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback. * Experience with performance tuning and optimization of applications. * Knowledge of microservices and event-driven architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, ECS, EKS) is a plus. * Experience with healthcare payer/PBM systems, clearinghouses, or pharmacy operations is a plus Clearance Requirement: * US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance ## Description * Design, build, and maintain C#/.NET/AWS backend services handling high-volume healthcare EDI transactions (837, 835, etc.) * Parse, validate, and transform X12 EDI documents * Debug complex transaction-level issues across payers, clearinghouses, and trading partners * Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL stored procedures including performance tuning, query analysis, and complex data transformations * Work with XML object store data: query, parse, and manipulate structured XML within MSSQL * Write clean, testable, well-documented code and participate actively in code review * Contribute to shared platform libraries and services used across multiple product initiatives * Performs technical planning, high level and detailed requirements definition, test planning and execution with team members and stakeholders on a daily basis * Serve as an active member of the software development team participating in daily stand-ups * Deploy, support and ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of application * Provide development support, as needed, for solutions deployed to production * Implement long term solutions and building blocks within the agile framework for improved reusability * Apply and promote best software engineering practices * Use Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools to include Visual Studio and Git ## Related Videos - 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