Python Backend Developer

As a full-stack Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and deployment of new features for the Accolade Routing Domain, as well as the maintenance of the current code base for it. Your work will focus on two main areas: providing self-service abilities for members and automating Care Advocate tasks. Both play a crucial role in the effective and efficient work that is needed to provide critical services to our members. You will also have the opportunity to develop other essential services, such as an appointment scheduling system, to support our contact center needs. Working closely with internal stakeholders, product managers, and the team, you will leverage AWS cloud technologies to translate requirements into efficient and innovative software solutions. 

A day in the life… 

• Understand business requirements and the scope of enhancements 

• Effectively design, architect, and plan the delivery of the proposed enhancements and maintenance using serverless architecture leveraging AWS lambda functions written in Python 

• Responsible for meeting expectations and deliverables on time with high-quality 

• Demonstrate creative, technical, and analytical skills 

What we are looking for… 

• Full stack engineer with solid experience in architecting, designing, and developing scalable microservice solutions 

• High proficiency in at least one OOP language such as Java/Python 

• Previous hands-on working experience with AWS, specifically: Lambda , DynamoDB, SNS & SQS 

• Experience with AWS Amazon Connect is a huge plus. 

• Exposure to SalesForce is a plus. 

• Experience and/or willingness to work in a highly agile, collaborative, innovative, flexible environment embracing modern DevOps culture 

• Motivated, detail-oriented quick learner who is not afraid to step outside of their comfort zone and can grasp complex challenges 

• Respectful collaborator and team player

• Provide feedback, perform code/quality reviews 

• Ad-hoc tasks based on the business needs  

While working in Accolade you will enjoy the following benefits:

• RSUs grant

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 5 weeks of vacation + personal days

• 1 paid day off for your volunteerism per year

• Home office and flexible working hours

• Cell phone and a plan for unlimited personal use as well

• Sodexo Gastro Pass Card with no contribution

• Flexi Pass Card per month or Multisport Card

• Yoga classes with a contribution

• Work from abroad up to 4 weeks a year

• Udemy Business Platform for Hard/Soft skills training

• Virtual hospital service uLekare.cz

• Ginger Emotional Support app (www.ginger.com)

• Carrott - support on family forming journey (www.get-carrot.com)

• Fresh fruits and office breakfasts

• Office events-workshops, tournaments, competitions, raffles. buildings

Our people are the Heart of Accolade 

Together, we are building a great and enduring business that truly makes an impact. At Accolade, we are committed to building a workplace where all can grow and thrive. ​We do this by living our core values:  

Member Obsessed 

For everything we do, we ask ourselves: Is this going to make our member’s life measurably better? 

Be Fearless 

We think differently. We do what’s never been done. We are reinventing healthcare every step of the way. 

Stronger Together 

We honor the differences among one another and know that our unique perspectives drive us forward. 

Genuine Care 

We care deeply about the human beings we work with and serve. We have each other’s back.  

Embrace Reality 

We bring the data, tell the truth, and trust each other. 

Relentless Execution 

We operate with a bias for action. Take initiative, move fast & have fun.