Senior Software Engineer – Data & AI Platforms

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the development of data- and AI-enabled platforms in a regulated healthcare environment.

This role focuses on building backend services, integrating with modern data platforms, and enabling AI- and LLM-driven capabilities that support analytics, automation, and decision-making.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, comfortable working across the backend, data, and UI layers, and experienced in building scalable, secure solutions on modern data platforms such as Databricks.

Responsibilities:
• Design and develop backend services and APIs using Python to support data ingestion, transformation, analytics, and AI workflows
• Integrate applications with Databricks, Delta Lake, and cloud-native data services
• Support batch and streaming data pipelines, including orchestration, monitoring, and reliability
• Implement secure, scalable access patterns for curated healthcare data in alignment with payer data governance and compliance requirements
• Design and integrate solutions that leverage Large Language Models for data exploration, summarization, workflow automation, and decision support
• Partner with data science and platform teams to operationalize ML- and LLM-driven capabilities in production environments
• Contribute to modern web user interfaces that surface data, analytics, and AI-driven insights
• Apply modern UI design principles to ensure usability, accessibility, and clarity for technical and business users
• Integrate frontend components with backend APIs and services
• Collaborate with data architects, platform engineers, designers, and product owners to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and architectural discussions
• Contribute to agile delivery practices, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and iterative delivery

Required Experience:
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development
• Strong hands-on experience developing backend services using Python in production environments
• Experience working with data platforms, analytics systems, or large-scale data processing solutions
• Practical experience integrating or leveraging Large Language Models in applications or workflows
• Solid understanding of modern UI design principles and frontend development concepts
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and working with asynchronous systems
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures and security best practices
• Experience operating in regulated environments, with attention to data privacy and compliance
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, or Spark-based platforms

Preferred Experience:
• Experience supporting healthcare payer data domains (claims, enrollment, providers, quality reporting)
• Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js, React, or similar
• Understanding of healthcare data regulations and standards (e.g., HIPAA)
• Experience working in cross-functional teams across data engineering, analytics, and product delivery

McLaren Strategic Solutions is a leading-edge global technology consulting firm, addressing critical challenges across industries such as retail, financial services, and healthcare. Integrating a powerful ecosystem of platforms with capital-efficient execution, McLaren specializes in digital transformation to help businesses optimize operations, accelerate revenue, and achieve scalable outcomes. McLaren’s expertise spans the development of customer-centric applications, modernizing systems for cost-effectiveness and security, and leveraging cloud scalability for future-ready architectures. With a deep commitment to operational excellence, McLaren provides comprehensive managed services, including application maintenance, cybersecurity, platform solutions, and AI-optimized operations, ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient performance.

From supply chain automation to compliance and analytics, McLaren drives measurable impact: improving workforce productivity, reducing inventory costs, and cutting technology ownership expenses. With its emphasis on automation and zero business downtime, McLaren facilitates seamless migrations from legacy systems to modern platforms, enabling organizations to harness the full potential of digital transformation. Backed by strategic partnerships and a proven delivery model, McLaren empowers clients to innovate, modernize, and achieve lasting success in today’s digital economy.

McLaren is a certified minority owned business through the NMSDC and has a mission to place more people from non-traditional backgrounds into sustainable technology careers. Through partnerships with non-profit technology programs in underserved communities and Veteran organizations, candidates transition from tech training programs into real IT careers at McLaren. Our unique recruitment policy allows us to create exceptional teams, bringing a broad spectrum of experience to our company and creating anything but a traditional consulting firm.

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