Lead Software Engineer
Netsmart
Lead Software Engineer
Netsmart
Healthcare IT EHR for behavioral health
What You'll Do
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a key role in leading and contributing to the full software development life cycle for large, complex initiatives. You will partner with engineering, product, business, and technical leaders to deliver solutions that support current needs while helping shape future technology direction.
Lead and actively participate in the full software development life cycle for complex, enterprise-level projects
Design, develop, enhance, and support applications using .NET, C#, SQL and related technologies
Implement architectural and technical platform changes that improve scalability, reliability, performance, and maintainability
Partner with business and technical leaders to understand future solution needs and contribute to technology strategies
Provide technical leadership, coaching, and guidance to engineers across the team
Mentor other technical associates to strengthen engineering practices, technical aptitude, and team engagement
Research and recommend emerging technologies that support innovation, automation, and continuous improvement
Establish and promote best practices for Agile delivery, team planning, code quality, and structured execution
Collaborate across cross-functional teams to solve problems, remove obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions
Participate in a rotational on-call schedule, which may require availability outside standard business hours
What You'll Bring
We are looking for someone who combines strong technical depth with leadership, ownership, and a team-first mindset.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
At least 4 years of hands-on software development experience
At least 4 years of experience with full lifecycle development using Agile methods
Strong experience with .NET, C#, and SQL
Experience designing, developing, testing, and supporting scalable software solutions
Ability to work onsite in Overland Park, KS
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, product partners, business leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed decisions and act decisively
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and deliver in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, coach, and guide others
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Netsmart EHR solutions or healthcare technology
Experience modernizing applications, platforms, or enterprise systems
Exposure to cloud technologies, APIs, integrations, DevOps, CI/CD, or automation practices
Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership within an Agile team
Passion for improving healthcare through technology
How You'll Show Up at Netsmart
At Netsmart, how we work matters as much as what we build. In this role, you will have the opportunity to live our core values every day:
Core Value
What It Looks Like in This Role
Bold
You challenge assumptions, recommend better technical paths, and help move the team forward.
Passionate
You care deeply about building quality software that supports meaningful work in healthcare.
Relentless
You take ownership, work through complexity, and stay focused on delivering results.
Collaborative
You partner across teams, communicate clearly, and help others succeed.
Why Join Netsmart?
At Netsmart, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare technology. You will work on solutions that support providers, organizations, and communities while growing your own technical leadership and career.
This role is based onsite at our Overland Park, KS office, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with engineering leaders, product partners, and technical teams.
If you are a hands-on engineering leader who loves building scalable software, mentoring others, and solving problems that matter, we would love to connect. #LI-KG1
Netsmart is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All employment decisions at Netsmart, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion and transfer, are based on performance, qualifications, abilities, education and experience. Netsmart does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Netsmart desires to provide a healthy and safe workplace and, as a government contractor, Netsmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal law. Pursuant to Netsmart policy, all post-offer candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a drug screen, which is provided at Netsmart’s sole expense. In the event a candidate tests positive for a controlled substance, Netsmart will rescind the offer of employment unless the individual can provide proof of valid prescription to Netsmart’s third party screening provider.
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Netsmart provides technology solutions for health service providers, focusing on electronic medical records (EHR) and management software for behavioral health and post-acute care. Its products digitize healthcare operations, offering EHRs, workflow and interoperability services, and ongoing support to help organizations switch to value-based care. The platform connects clinicians, administrators, and patients by integrating data across care settings and enabling coordinated, outcomes-driven services. What sets Netsmart apart is its specialization in behavioral health and post-acute sectors, its emphasis on interoperability and ongoing implementation support, and its partnerships with community organizations to expand service delivery. The company aims to help healthcare providers thrive in a changing landscape by linking people, technology, and care to deliver value-based outcomes.
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