Lead Java Backend Engineer

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Hospitals and Health Care

At Collective Health, we’re transforming how employers and their people engage with their health benefits by seamlessly integrating cutting‑edge technology, compassionate service, and world‑class user experience design. The Cost Containment team is developing efficient systems for prior authorizations and utilization management, ensuring members receive appropriate care cost‑effectively. These systems will integrate with partner solutions to achieve provider payment integrity and accuracy for the healthcare service.

We are leveraging proven technologies and business rules engines to create a highly configurable system. Collective Health is building modern health management systems, which enhance the claims engine using cutting‑edge technologies.

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and configurable platform services for the Cost Containment team.
• Lead full‑stack development and support of services across backend (Java/Spring Cloud), integration platforms (Kafka, Mulesoft), and frontend (React/Angular/Graph
  
  QL etc.).
• Utilize working knowledge of AI‑powered developer tools (e.g., Copilot, Cursor) and actively contribute to AI adoption in development and operational aspects.
• Build and enrich APIs and data services to integrate with partners and our claims engine.
• Collaborate with product managers, operations analysts, and data teams in building solutions that leverage Business Rules Management Systems (BRMS) like Drools etc.
• Actively work with the operations team to create efficient processes through automations to improve SLAs.
• Understand architectural decisions and actively drive reusable patterns for cloud‑native, AI‑enabled backend systems.

• 8+ years as a Full‑Stack engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Java & Spring Cloud, microservices architecture, Kafka streaming, and building UI features using React/Angular with Graph
  
  QL.
• Regular use of AI‑enhanced development tools (e.g., Git Hub Copilot, Cursor, Wind Surf).
• Extensive experience with Cloud Technologies (AWS/GCP preferred).
• Hands‑on experience in data architecture, SQL/Postgre
  
  SQL, and developing data‑intensive services.
• Nice to have: experience in working with Business Rules Management Systems (BRMS) like Drools, Kogito etc.
• Prior experience in building, launching, and maintaining complex systems.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including developers and product managers, to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels and teams.

Hybrid position based out of one of our offices:
San Francisco, CA, Plano, TX, or Lehi, UT. Hybrid employees are expected to be in the office two days per week. The actual pay rate offered within the range will depend on factors including geographic location, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to salary, you will be eligible for stock options and benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Learn more about our benefits at

San Francisco, CA Pay Range: $168,000—$210,000 USD

Lehi, UT Pay Range: $134,500—$168,000 USD

Plano, TX Pay Range: $147,800—$185,500 USD

• Mission‑driven culture that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare.
• Impactful projects that shape the future of our organization.
• Opportunities for professional development through internal mobility, mentorship programs, and courses tailored to your interests.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work‑life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Collective Health commits to providing support to candidates who require reasonable accommodation during the interview process. If you need assistance, please contact recruiting-accomm

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