[Remote] Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. CoverMyMeds is seeking a Software Engineer to support backend-heavy development for systems that automate prior authorization workflows and EHR integrations, focusing on building scalable, reliable services that process high-volume transactions critical to medication access.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, test, and maintain backend services and APIs, primarily using Ruby (Ruby on Rails)Develop and support background processing and asynchronous workflows supporting high‑throughput systemsCollaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate business needs into technical solutionsParticipate in code reviews and architectural discussions to improve system quality and scalabilityTroubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement well-tested fixesWrite clean, maintainable, well-documented code and contribute to technical documentation and runbooksApply software development best practices including version control, CI/CD, and automated testingSkillsDegree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience4+ years of professional software engineering experienceStrong backend development experience in Ruby or another modern backend language (Java, Python, or C#), with the ability to ramp quickly in RubyHands-on experience building and maintaining APIsExperience with asynchronous/background job processing systemsSolid experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MSSQL)Familiarity with engineering best practices (Git, CI/CD, automated testing, code reviews)Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently within a collaborative team environmentClear written and verbal communication skillsRuby on Rails experienceExperience with Sidekiq or similar background job frameworksExposure to event-driven architectures or messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka)Familiarity with healthcare integration standards such as FHIR, SCRIPT, or EHR data sourcesExperience working on highly regulated or high-availability systemsFrontend experience (e.g., React), though the role is primarily backend-focusedBackground as a well-rounded or full-stack engineerBenefitsAnnual bonusLong-term incentive opportunitiesCompany OverviewWelcome to the official LinkedIn page for McKesson Corporation. It was founded in 1914, and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.chase.com/.