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Senior Software Engineer

Delta Dental of California
dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount
United States, California, Oakland
Jun 24, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile C/C++/Sprint Boot Java Developer with strong DevOps engineering experience to join our Claims ART team. This role blends deep hands-on development experience with containerized applications and system-level C/C++ programming on Linux, with expertise in Azure DevOps automation, infrastructure, and CI/CD practices. You will work closely with development and operations teams to build, deploy, and maintain critical applications and ensure smooth integration and delivery pipelines across both legacy and modern cloud-based environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-scale backend modules in C/C++ and front-end modules in Java.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to troubleshoot and optimize CI/CD workflows.
  • Create and manage Azure DevOps pipelines and container deployment processes.
  • Monitor application health using observability tools like Datadog.
  • Document infrastructure, deployment scripts, and operational handoffs.
  • Provide leadership in problem-solving and root cause analysis across development and production environments.
  • Engage in knowledge transfer and mentorship within the team to grow Azure and DevOps maturity.


QUALIFICATIONS

Development Skills:
  • Strong knowledge in C/C++ programming on RHEL 8 Linux OS
  • Strong understanding of IPC, memory management, core dumps, debugging using gdb/wdb
  • Ability to reverse engineer legacy code and translate into GoLang or Spring Boot
  • Familiarity with Java Swing, Java REST/SOAP, Spring Boot technologies
  • Comfortable with PL/SQL development on Oracle 19C
  • Exposure to Golang or low-code platforms
  • IDEs: Visual Studio, Eclipse, Putty, Exceed

DevOps Skills:
  • Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (Repos, Pipelines, Feeds, App Services, AKS)
  • Deep understanding of CI/CD, including pipeline scripting, YAML, and GitOps practices (ArgoCD)
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, Podman/Docker, Terraform, Ansible
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Datadog (logs, metrics, tracing)
  • Experience supporting deployment to Azure APIM, Azure Front Door, Azure Data Factory (ADF)
  • Strong skills in Linux Administration, Shell/Python scripting, Weblogic, and Apache
  • Admin-level experience with GitHub, Rundeck, and artifact management

Must Have skills:
  • C/C++ Development on Linux/RHEL 8
    • Strong in IPC, parent-child processes, memory management
    • Debugging with gdb, analyzing core dumps
    • Able to reverse engineer and modernize legacy C/C++ code
  • Java/Spring Boot Development
    • Experience with Java REST/SOAP services
    • Java Swing experience preferred for GUI modernization
  • PL/SQL with Oracle 19C
    • Writing, debugging, and optimizing SQL procedures
  • Azure DevOps Pipelines (CI/CD)
    • YAML scripting for pipelines
    • Creating templates and reusable tasks
  • Containerization & Orchestration:
    • Kubernetes (AKS), Helm Charts, Podman/Docker
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
    • Experience with Terraform and Ansible
  • Monitoring/Observability:
    • Hands-on with Datadog for logs, tracing, metrics
  • GitOps & Source Control:
    • GitHub (Admin/Developer), Argo CD
  • Scripting & Automation:
    • Shell scripting (Bash) for deployment automation and health checks
    • Python or Perl scripting for integration, tooling, and CI extensions
  • Agile Engineering Mindset:
    • Familiarity with Agile ceremonies and workflows (Sprint planning, ART syncs)
    • Prioritize and estimate DevOps stories in backlog, collaborate cross-functionally

Preferred/Nice to Have:
  • Experience with MTV Claims System or general healthcare IT
  • Familiarity with COTS applications
  • JSP, PERL scripting experience
  • ODS/LDAP, SiteMinder Administration
  • Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-900)
  • Exposure to agile methodologies and experience participating in Scrum/ART teams


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

  • Competitive base and incentive pay
  • 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
  • Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
  • 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
  • Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
  • Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
  • Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
  • Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
  • Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
  • Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.

We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.

Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!

Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.

Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies.

Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

*Delta Dental includes: Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental of New York

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