Full-Time

Sr. Specialist Application Engineer

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Waystar

Waystar

501-1,000 employees

Healthcare payment technology and financial solutions

Enterprise Software
Financial Services
Healthcare

Senior

Lehi, UT, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Git
SQL
.NET

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Requirements
  • 5+ years of in-depth .NET and SQL experience
  • Current/recent .NET versions
  • SQL Server
  • Experience with GIT and code repositories
  • Hands-on experience with microservice architecture and container deployment
  • Unit Testing experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment & welcome change
  • Highly self-motivated
  • Ability to work both in team and solo environments
  • Experience building highly scalable software solutions
  • Subject Matter Expertise in at least one technical track
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
Responsibilities
  • Proposes technical solutions to the Manager, Application Engineering
  • Designs/develops/tests/implements improvements or new features into the Waystar website and core processing applications
  • Responsible for developing/augmenting applications based on the functional and technical specifications
  • Responsible for adhering to Waystar coding standards and the approved technologies, and proposing amendments to either when necessary
  • Unit tests all changes on development, and then works with the appropriate Business and/or Technology Owner(s) to ensure that the developed solution meets the business requirements
  • Communicates the development progress daily to senior-level team members
  • Attends to any work items assigned through the internal case system in a timely fashion
  • Takes ownership of work items assigned, communicates estimates and daily progress as part of the SDLC process, and actively works to resolve issues blocking progress
  • Assists in the QA process
  • Participates, as required, in production code deployment days, providing instructions for deploying the code changes successfully, and for smoke testing code post-release
  • Develops and maintains open and fluid communication with Management
  • Develops and maintains a positive relationship with other team members
  • Assists in the creation and/or approval of technical specifications
  • Assists in identifying areas in the application that need to be refactored
  • Works with the various departments and team members to design and/or implement various new enhancements to the existing web application; this includes, but is not limited to, SQL table design, SQL stored procedure design, and process design in the designated programming language
  • Tracks any changes required by such development using internal tools, and communicates to the QA Team any abnormalities required to push the changes from development through the various stages to production
  • Identifies and informs the Manager, Application Engineering of areas of the application that can be improved by refactoring, optimization, and/or other improved technology solutions
  • Notifies the Manager, Application Engineering of any problems that negatively impact applications, and works to implement a solution
  • Communicates and works with the Manager, Application Engineering to reassign any items that cannot be addressed in a timely fashion
  • Provides estimates for project tasks using an internal project tool, and updates the estimates if they increase or decrease
  • Solves complex technical problems with little oversight
  • Mentors fellow team members in their development as Application Engineers, helping them to build correct technical solutions
  • Additional duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • N-Tier and SaaS development experience is preferred
  • Postgres

Waystar simplifies healthcare payments through its cloud-based platform, which unifies various payment processes for healthcare providers. The platform streamlines workflows, making it easier for providers to manage their financial operations and enhances the transparency of the financial experience for patients. With over 450,000 providers, 750 health systems, and 5,000 health plans using Waystar, the platform integrates seamlessly with major healthcare information systems (HIS) and practice management systems. Unlike its competitors, Waystar focuses on creating a comprehensive solution that addresses the complexities of healthcare payments, aiming to improve the overall financial health of healthcare organizations and the patient experience.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$57.5M

Headquarters

Louisville, Kentucky

Founded

2000

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased AI adoption in healthcare boosts efficiency and cost savings for Waystar.
  • Waystar's IPO raised $1 billion, providing capital for growth and innovation.
  • Waystar's high client satisfaction and trust ratings strengthen its market position.

What critics are saying

  • Potential over-reliance on AI tools may struggle with evolving insurance regulations.
  • Increased competition from Change Healthcare could impact Waystar's market share.
  • Financial risks from increased revolving credit facility may lead to higher debt levels.

What makes Waystar unique

  • Waystar's AltitudeAI automates denied claims appeals, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
  • The platform integrates with all major HIS and practice management systems, enhancing compatibility.
  • Waystar's cloud-based platform supports over 450,000 providers, offering extensive reach and scalability.

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Benefits

401(k) matching: We’re proud to help our team members build their financial futures with a range of investment options available.

Career mobility: We’re all about professional growth. In 2018, roughly 15% of our team members stepped into a new role within the company.

Waystar welcome: Our weeklong onboarding program positions introduces our company and leadership team and positions every new hire for success.

Family friendly: Waystar offers paid leave for maternity, paternity and adoption and prioritizes work-life balance for all team members.