Staff Software Engineer

Job Summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join its Commercial Technologies team in Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, US. This senior role focuses on designing and delivering back‑end solutions that drive business value and improve the customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable back‑end services and APIs for commercial technology platforms.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and front‑end teams to translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in software design, testing, and DevOps.
• Drive performance optimization, reliability, and security across the portfolio of commercial applications.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions that enhance the customer experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or staff‑level role.
• Strong proficiency in Java, C#, or Python and modern frameworks (e.g., Spring, .NET Core, Django).
• Expertise in micro‑services architecture, RESTful APIs, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Solid understanding of database design, SQL/NoSQL, and data modeling.
• Proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring engineering teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure as code.
• Knowledge of healthcare or pharmaceutical industry standards is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $115,683.16 annually. Cardinal Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Location

Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Staff Software Engineer do at Cardinal Health?

You will design, build, and maintain scalable back‑end services, lead technical initiatives, and mentor engineering teams to deliver commercial technology solutions.

What experience is required for this position?

At least 5 years of software development experience, including 2 years in a senior or staff role, with strong skills in Java, C#, Python, micro‑services, and cloud platforms.

What is the salary for this role?

The position offers a fixed salary of $115,683.16 per year, plus Cardinal Health’s standard benefits package.