Full-Time
Sr. Software Engineer
Data Platform
Posted on 6/27/2024
AKASA
51-200 employees
Automates revenue cycle management for healthcare
Compensation Overview
$175k - $200kAnnually
Senior
Remote in USA
- BS in Computer Science/Software Engineering, or similar
- 5-7+ years of software engineering or data engineering experience
- Strong professional experience in at least one of the following programming languages (or a comparable language): Python, Java, C#, Ruby, Kotlin
- Strong SQL experience
- Cloud computing experience (AWS preferably)
- Able to work on greenfield projects as well as take ownership of existing projects
- Deep knowledge of software development fundamentals including both object oriented design and functional programming
- Highly self-sufficient and self-starting in solving complex problems and conducting projects end-to-end
- A passion and excitement about healthcare’s unique challenges and opportunities
- Heavily contribute to setting the architectural direction for the Data Platform
- Optimize existing Data Platform infrastructure, tooling, and data pipelines to support our expansion from supporting internal users only to also supporting external users
- Work with a tech stack including but not limited to: Python, Postgres, Redshift, Prefect, Kubernetes, various AWS services, etc
- Implement a new Data Platform API layer
- Work with Engineering, Analytics, Data Science, Product, and other data platform users to understand and support their use cases
- Explore new technologies and bring your expertise to AKASA
- Mentor less senior team members
AKASA offers technology solutions that enhance efficiency and revenue outcomes for healthcare organizations. Their main product combines computer vision-based Robotic Process Automation (RPA), machine learning, and human-in-the-loop automation to streamline Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) workflows. This approach allows healthcare staff to focus on more meaningful tasks while improving accuracy and scalability. AKASA's goal is to help healthcare organizations overcome operational challenges and drive revenue growth.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$205M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2018
6 month growth
↓ -2%1 year growth
↓ -12%2 year growth
↓ -27%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AKASA's solutions have demonstrated significant financial impact, such as a $30M gross yield increase for Methodist Health System.
- The introduction of generative AI tools like Authorization Advisor and Medical Coding can drastically reduce time spent on administrative tasks, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Collaborations with renowned institutions like Cleveland Clinic highlight AKASA's commitment to advancing healthcare technology and improving clinical workflows.
What critics are saying
- The healthcare sector's slow adoption of new technologies could delay the widespread implementation of AKASA's solutions.
- High dependency on healthcare-specific data for AI training may limit scalability and adaptability to different health systems.
What makes AKASA unique
- AKASA leverages a unique blend of computer vision-based RPA, machine learning, and human-in-the-loop automation to streamline Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) workflows, setting it apart from traditional automation solutions.
- Their generative AI technology, specifically tailored to each health system's clinical and financial data, offers a 40% performance improvement over generic models like GPT-4.
- AKASA's focus on healthcare-specific automation solutions, such as the Authorization Advisor and Medical Coding, addresses critical pain points in the revenue cycle, unlike more generalized automation tools.
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Benefits
Flexible vacation policy.
Generous coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance.
Free membership to One Medical for you and your family.
Health FSA account.
Full employee coverage for life insurance.
401K plan.