Software & DevOps Engineer – Full Stack Development & Secure SDLC | Remote | Contract

Software & DevOps Engineer – Full Stack Development & Secure SDLC | Contract

Walker Healthforce is seeking a Software & DevOps Engineer with 5+ years of enterprise software development experience to design, develop, and secure scalable applications and platforms. This role focuses on full-stack engineering using Go, Java, JavaScript, and Python, cloud-native application development, DevSecOps automation, CI/CD pipelines, and Secure Development Lifecycle practices. The ideal candidate will combine strong software engineering expertise with hands-on experience improving application security, software supply chain protection, and automated deployment processes. This is a Contract opportunity.

Start Date: January 2027 (anticipated)
Location: Not location-based
Hours/Schedule: 40 hours/week
Worker Type:

Core Requirements:

• 5+ years of directly applicable enterprise software engineering and full-stack development experience, excluding certifications, bootcamps, and higher education.

• Strong hands-on development experience with Go (Golang) and Java.

• Experience developing applications using JavaScript and Python.

• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, APIs, and software design patterns.

• Experience designing and building scalable, secure cloud-native applications.

• Extensive experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab, Jenkins, or comparable tools.

• Strong understanding of Secure Development Lifecycle practices and secure coding standards.

• Experience integrating automated security testing, code scanning, and dependency analysis into CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience supporting DevSecOps initiatives and software supply chain security.

• Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code principles and automated deployment practices.

• Experience conducting code reviews, threat modeling, security design reviews, and vulnerability remediation.

• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Experience developing and maintaining front-end and back-end application components.

• Strong application testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering and technical teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

We Consider It A Bonus If You Also Have:

• Technical Master's degree.

• Direct software development experience in banking and capital markets.

• Experience working within cybersecurity-focused software engineering environments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Go, Java, JavaScript, and Python.

• Build scalable, secure applications leveraging cloud-native architectures.

• Develop and maintain front-end and back-end application components.

• Design APIs, microservices, and distributed software solutions.

• Lead code reviews and contribute to system design and technical strategy.

• Evaluate and integrate open-source technologies.

• Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines incorporating automated testing and security controls.

• Integrate code scanning, dependency analysis, and security testing into software development workflows.

• Develop automation supporting continuous integration, testing, and secure deployments.

• Promote Infrastructure-as-Code and DevSecOps best practices.

• Champion Secure Development Lifecycle standards and secure coding practices.

• Conduct threat modeling and security design reviews.

• Support remediation of security findings and application vulnerabilities.

• Strengthen software supply chain security through engineering improvements and automation.

• Support containerized application development using Docker and Kubernetes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver scalable cloud-based solutions.

• Perform testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to maintain application performance, reliability, and security.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes and security engineering standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package

• Weekly pay via Direct Deposit

• Medical, Dental & Vision available

• 401k options

Why Work With Walker?

• Access to our top ranked team of recruiting and placement specialists

• Continuous, one-on-one support from a dedicated engagement manager

• Professional resume development and interview preparation

Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!

About Us:

Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we're custom not commodity and we've been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.