Lead Software Engineer – ZAIDYN Commercial – Platform Development - UR; Evanston, IL

Lead Software Engineer – ZAIDYN Commercial – Platform Development

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide.

ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

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Role and Responsibilities:

The ZAIDYN Commercial – Platform Development team designs, implements, tests, and supports ZS's ZAIDYN AI-powered, cloud-native platform which helps drive superior customer experiences and revenue outcomes through integrated products & analytics. The role will research, design, and develop computer and/or network software or specialized utility programs. Design, implement, test, and/or support high-quality products by making critical software decisions and providing software-related subject matter expertise to ZS teams.

Research new technologies, design advanced optimizations, and implement world-class user interfaces. Develop products and services using ZS's proprietary software as a service ("SaaS") platform. Partner with Software Managers, Product Managers, and QA Analysts to develop realistic implementation plans with a focus on quality and sustainability. Perform automated testing, unit testing, Agile development, continuous integration, code reviews, and technical design to ensure the delivery of quality products.

Research industry trends and technologies and promote adoption of best-in-class tools and technologies. Understand business issues and actively participate in designing products and features that meet business needs. Mentor and coach a team of engineers, conducting code reviews, and facilitating professional growth through regular 1:1s. Act as a technical Scrum Master, leading daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure the team remains focused and unblocked.

May work at various, unanticipated locations throughout the United States.

Qualifications:

Master's degree, or foreign degree equivalent, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related role. Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor's degree, or foreign degree equivalent, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related role.

Position requires experience with the following:
Full-stack Saas development; REST frameworks;
Building and implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) solutions using Maven, Jenkins, and/or Team City;
Front-end development using AngularJS and Type Script, HTML5, and CSS3;
Back-end development using Java and GraphQL;
Relational databases SQL and PostgreSQL; and AWS.

How you'll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected…