Lead Software Engineer
Athena Health
Lead Software Engineer
Athena Health
Cloud-based EHR, RCM, patient engagement
Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Role Summary
Join our innovative team as a Lead Software Engineer in Boston, MA, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of CDS (Clinical Decision Support). This hybrid position offers the opportunity to lead technical execution for a cross-functional engineering team in delivering high-quality software that enhances healthcare outcomes. You will report to an Engineering Manager.
Team Summary
Our CDS engineering team builds mission-critical solutions that help healthcare providers make informed, evidence-based decisions at the point of care. We empower providers with timely, actionable clinical guidance integrated into their workflows to support preventive care, disease management, and patient safety. Our collaborative, mission-driven team is passionate about making a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes, leveraging technology to improve care quality and streamline workflows. We foster an environment of continuous learning and innovation, encouraging team members to share ideas and drive improvements.
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Expected Compensation
$143,000 - $243,000The base salary range shown reflects the full range for this role from minimum to maximum. At athenahealth, base pay depends on multiple factors, including job-related experience, relevant knowledge and skills, how your qualifications compare to others in similar roles, and geographical market rates. Base pay is only one part of our competitive Total Rewards package - depending on role eligibility, we offer both short and long-term incentives by way of an annual discretionary bonus plan, variable compensation plan, and equity plans.
About athenahealth
Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.
Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.
Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.
What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.
We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.
In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.
Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers
Cloud-based EHR, RCM, patient engagement
Athenahealth provides cloud-based healthcare technology that combines electronic health records (EHR), revenue cycle management (RCM), and patient engagement tools to help clinicians manage clinical, administrative, and financial tasks. Its platform runs in the cloud on a subscription basis, with EHR for patient records, RCM for billing and collections, and patient engagement tools to communicate with patients, plus included support services. It differentiates itself by offering an all-in-one, integrated solution across clinical, financial, and communications needs, plus a philanthropic arm (athenaGives) that provides free EHR technology and support to free and charitable clinics. The goal is to help healthcare providers improve outcomes, enhance patient experiences, and boost financial performance while expanding access to care through athenaGives.
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