Netsmart is hiring a Software Engineer with Java experience to join its technology team in Overland Park, Kansas. This opportunity is ideal for software professionals who enjoy building reliable applications, solving technical challenges, and working with Java-based technologies in a collaborative environment. If you’re looking to grow your software engineering career with an established technology company, this role could be a strong fit.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Netsmart |
| Role | Software Engineer – Java Experience |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; relevant Java development experience |
| Job Location | Overland Park, KS |
| Salary | $78,000–$107,000 per year |
| Work Type | On-site / Hybrid |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Healthcare Technology / Software |
Job Description
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who enjoys problem-solving, backend development, and understanding how systems work together. Whether your Java experience comes from professional work, internships, research, or academic projects, you’ll have the opportunity to apply and grow those skills while working on technology that directly impacts healthcare organizations and the patients they serve.
You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers to build APIs, develop integration solutions, troubleshoot complex data flows, and deliver software that ensures critical healthcare information moves securely and accurately between systems.
What You’ll Do
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based integration solutions that enable seamless communication between healthcare platforms and applications.
- Build and enhance APIs, services, and data exchange workflows that support Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) and other healthcare interoperability initiatives.
- Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration, data, and application issues through root cause analysis and debugging.
- Develop and execute automated and manual tests to ensure software quality, reliability, and performance.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, code reviews, and technical design discussions.
- Build knowledge of clinical, operational, and financial healthcare workflows and apply that knowledge to create impactful software solutions.
- Continuously explore new technologies, tools, and engineering practices to improve development efficiency and solution quality.
- Participate in a rotational on-call schedule after onboarding and training to help support business-critical applications.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience with Java through professional work, internships, co-ops, research projects, coursework, or personal projects.
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software development fundamentals.
- Knowledge of relational databases, data modeling, and SQL.
- Familiarity with APIs, system integrations, or data exchange concepts.
- Understanding of cloud-based or SaaS application architectures.
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to deliver high-quality work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical internship with a software company, healthcare organization, or technology-focused team.
- Experience working with Git, GitHub, Jira, or similar development tools.
- Exposure to API development, REST services, integration platforms, or backend services.
- Interest in healthcare technology, interoperability, or connected software systems.
Selection Process
- Submit your online application.
- Resume and application screening by the recruiting team.
- Initial recruiter/HR discussion.
- Technical interview focused on Java and software engineering.
- Additional technical or team interviews, as applicable.
- Final interview with the hiring team.
- Receive the hiring decision and offer.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Netsmart careers page or the job application link.
- Search for Software Engineer – Java Experience in Overland Park, KS.
- Review the job requirements and responsibilities.
- Prepare your updated resume.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit your application and supporting documents.
- Monitor your email for interview and application updates.
