Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Role Description The Interoperability Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for driving technical design, development, and operational ownership of interoperability applications and services that enable real-time healthcare data exchange across internal systems, external partners, and regulatory APIs. This role builds production-grade applications, APIs, and event-driven services, while defining and implementing integration patterns and ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and compliant with CMS, ONC, and BCBSA interoperability mandates. Operating at the intersection of application development, integration engineering, platform ownership, and regulated production operations, this role is accountable for delivering and sustaining solutions from design through deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Ownership is focused on the interoperability application layer and InterSystems HealthShare platform. This role influences technical direction within the interoperability domain and is accountable for ensuring solutions meet performance, reliability, and regulatory expectations. This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. What you’ll do - Design, develop, and support interoperability applications, APIs, and event-driven services enabling real-time and near-real-time healthcare data exchange. - Build and maintain FHIR-based APIs aligned with CMS interoperability requirements and HL7 implementation guides (e.g., Patient Access, Payer-to-Payer, Provider Directory). - Drive technical design decisions and implement integration patterns across APIs, ingestion frameworks, and event-driven systems. - Design and deliver scalable solutions for complex, high-volume data exchange scenarios across internal and external systems. - Develop and optimize ingestion frameworks, data pipelines, and automation to support reliable and efficient data processing. - Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex integration and data flow issues; define reprocessing strategies and system improvements. - Implement secure API access patterns, including OAuth2 and SMART on FHIR, ensuring proper authentication, authorization, and data protection. - Configure, extend, and optimize the InterSystems HealthShare platform, including development of custom services and integrations. - Ensure performance, reliability, scalability, and availability of interoperability services in production environments. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable solutions. Qualifications - Strong experience designing and building interoperability applications, APIs, and event-driven services in production environments. - Ability to drive or contribute to technical design decisions and implement scalable integration patterns across APIs, ingestion frameworks, and event-driven systems. - Proficiency in modern development languages (e.g., Java, .NET), SQL, and data validation techniques for building and optimizing data pipelines. - Experience developing and securing APIs using OAuth2, SMART on FHIR, or similar authentication and authorization frameworks. - Familiarity with healthcare interoperability standards (FHIR, HL7, CDA, X12, US Core, USCDI), implementation guides, terminology (SNOMED, LOINC, ICD-10, RxNorm), and validation tools (e.g., Inferno, Touchstone), or ability to quickly develop expertise. - Experience designing and supporting high-volume, enterprise-scale data exchange and ingestion processes. - Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills across complex, distributed systems, including integration and data flow failures. - Experience working in production environments with responsibility for system reliability, monitoring, incident response, and performance optimization. - Familiarity with modern SDLC practices, version control (e.g., Git), Agile methodologies, and API testing tools (e.g., Postman or similar). - Experience with interoperability platforms such as InterSystems HealthShare, including development in ObjectScript (or similar technologies), is preferred. Requirements - High school or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Health Informatics, or a related technical field, preferred. In lieu of degree, an additional 3 years relevant experience required. - Minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering, systems integration, or health IT environments. - Direct experience building or supporting FHIR-based systems in a payer or provider organization is strongly preferred. - Experience in regulated healthcare settings, especially those involving CMS or ONC oversight, is a plus. Physical Requirements - Office setting, with possible remote or hybrid work opportunities depending on the department. - Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods. - Participation in after-hours deployments or incident response may occasionally be necessary. Compensation $94,400 - $118,000 Exempt Grade IT&S 16 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

Role Description The Medicaid & ACA Manager supports the strategic and operational execution of Medicaid and Affordable Care Act (ACA) programs (individual and small group), serving as a critical operational, analytical, and coordination leader while partnering closely with the Director to translate strategy into disciplined execution. This role is responsible for performance monitoring, insight generation, cross-functional coordination, and execution oversight. The role ensures initiatives impacting medical cost, revenue, regulatory compliance, and member outcomes are effectively planned, executed, and monitored particularly within the ACA Individual and Small Group Markets. This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid, or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment. What you’ll do - Build and manage detailed workplans, timelines, milestones, and accountability structures across the portfolio. - Oversee day-to-day execution of initiatives, ensuring alignment to financial, operational, and regulatory objectives. - Monitor and interpret key ACA performance indicators (e.g., MLR, risk adjustment/coding capture, enrollment trends, utilization and cost drivers) and support ACA specific analyses related to morbidity shifts, affordability, benefit design, etc. - Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring performance reports to support leadership decision-making. - Identify trends, risks, and opportunities; convert insights into actionable recommendations and execution support. - Lead cross-functional coordination across Actuarial/Finance, Care & UM, Provider Networks, Operations, and Compliance/Regulatory Affairs. - Facilitate working sessions, manage dependencies, track decisions, risks, and deliverables to drive accountability and ensure initiatives remain aligned with organizational goals. - Support regulatory and compliance readiness (ACA reporting/submissions, audit prep, regulatory inquiries, and corrective action planning/tracking). - Proactively identify and escalate execution gaps and operational risks, track remediation plans, outcomes, and progress reporting. - Prepare executive-ready materials, performance summaries, and decision-support analyses for senior leaders. Qualifications - Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. - Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentation. - High attention to detail with the ability to connect tactical execution to strategic goals. - Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. - Collaborative leadership style with confidence and executive presence. - Knowledge of state Medicaid contracts, CMS guidance, and ACA Marketplace operations. - Strong understanding of health plan operations, MLR drivers and cost management levers and Medicaid and ACA regulatory requirements. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, health care, public health or related field, required. - Master’s degree (MBA, MPH, MHA, or equivalent), preferred. - Minimum five (5) years’ experience working with Medicaid programs and/or ACA/Individual Marketplace, required. - Minimum three (3) years’ experience supervising individuals preferred. - Experience supporting executive leadership and preparing materials for senior leadership or boards, preferred. Physical Requirements - Ability to stand or sit for extended periods. - Ability to look at a computer screen for prolonged periods. - Occasional walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. - Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. - Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, or reach. - Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Compensation $99,440.00- $124,300.00 Exempt grade 17. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Benefits - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package. - Incentive pay program (EPIP). - Health/Vision/Dental insurance. - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers. - Fertility/Adoption assistance. - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave. - 401(k) plan matching up to 5%. - Tuition reimbursement. - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources.

Role Description The IDR Reimbursement Analyst is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of reimbursement strategies specifically supporting Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) and the development of Open Negotiation amounts under the No Surprises Act. This role ensures that IDR reimbursement analyses and negotiation support align with contractual agreements and healthcare regulations, while leading advanced financial and technical analyses and providing strategic recommendations to support accurate, defensible provider payment outcomes. The Analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams and drives process improvement, automation, and documentation across IDR reimbursement workflows. The Analyst will also be responsible for the creation of complex reimbursement and negotiation models. This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment. What you’ll do - Lead the analysis, development, and maintenance of reimbursement methodologies supporting Open Negotiation and IDR, ensuring alignment with contractual agreements and compliance with regulatory standards. - Develop and maintain Open Negotiation amounts using claims experience, contractual terms, QPA-related inputs, external benchmarks, and internal pricing methodologies; ensure outputs are defensible and consistently documented. - Provide in-depth financial analyses on reimbursement rates, provider payment structures, claim trends, and dispute outcomes, offering insights for strategy and process improvement. - Collaborate with internal departments (Provider Relations, Claims, IT, Compliance, and Legal) and external stakeholders to support IDR case workflows, implement reimbursement models, and ensure consistent operational execution. - Lead initiatives to optimize IDR reimbursement processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, strengthen auditability, and enhance internal stakeholder experience. - Act as a subject matter expert on provider reimbursement methodologies, including fee-for-service, CMS IPPS, and CMS OPPS, and how these relate to dispute resolution and negotiation support. - Oversee and conduct system testing and validation to ensure data integrity in payment/analytics systems and the accuracy of reimbursement and IDR-related outputs. - Develop, maintain, and automate reporting for IDR volume, cycle times, outcomes, financial impacts, and drivers; ensure reporting is consistent, reliable, and leadership-ready. - Lead project workstreams related to IDR and reimbursement analytics (requirements, timelines, deliverables, risks/issues, stakeholder updates). - Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior leadership summarizing IDR trends, financial performance, negotiation drivers, and recommendations for process or policy enhancements. Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Economics, Health Care or related degree preferred. - In lieu of degree, 5 years managed care billing or pricing/financial analysis experience is required. - A minimum of five years' experience with technology administration, health care reimbursement, managed care billing and pricing, applied mathematics, financial economics, or another relevant field is required. - A deep understanding of provider reimbursement methodologies, including a minimum of 3 years of experience required. - Experience supporting dispute workflows, payment escalation, negotiation support, or regulatory reimbursement processes required; IDR experience preferred. - Strong experience with and understanding of data warehouse structures, data extraction tools, analytics software and methods, and data modeling is required. - A minimum of two (2) years of experience leading complex or cross-functional projects, including defining scope and requirements, managing timelines and dependencies, coordinating stakeholders, and delivering analytical or technical initiatives from planning through implementation preferred. Requirements - Expertise in financial modeling, reimbursement analysis, and trend forecasting, including models supporting Open Negotiation and IDR. - Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement methodologies, including fee schedules, contractual terms, and payment policy interpretation. - Working knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations impacting reimbursement and dispute resolution; No Surprises Act / IDR familiarity preferred. - Advanced SQL proficiency with experience extracting, validating, and analyzing large claims datasets; ability to write efficient, well-documented queries and support reproducible analytics. - Strong technical skills with data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel, SQL, QMF, Tableau/Power BI (or equivalent), including experience with large datasets, claims analysis, and automated reporting. - Proven ability to lead cross-functional work, manage multiple priorities, and deliver outcomes through structured project management and stakeholder communication. - Ability to convey complex financial, regulatory, and technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders, including senior leadership, in clear and defensible terms. - Experience mentoring/coaching others and promoting documentation standards and analytical best practices (as applicable to level). Benefits - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package. - Incentive pay program (EPIP). - Health/Vision/Dental insurance. - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers. - Fertility/Adoption assistance. - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave. - 401(k) plan matching up to 5%. - Tuition reimbursement. - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources. Compensation $85,600 - $107,000 Exempt Grade 16. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

Role Description The Strategic Intelligence (SI) Analyst is responsible for supporting collection, analysis, and dissemination of strategic insights that inform the organization's decision-making process. This position reports to the Manager, Strategic Intelligence. - Support the corporate strategy development and planning process by collecting data, conducting analyses, and interpreting data from internal and external sources to provide actionable strategic insights. - Collaborate with the team to continuously evaluate and improve the intelligence-gathering process. - Develop accurate, visually polished slide decks and reports that distill complex insights into digestible formats. - Work with the Manager, Strategic Intelligence to understand the needs of executive and divisional leaders and translate them into data-driven solutions. - Manage a repository of research resources and analysis supporting strategic issue resolution and decision making. - Conduct ongoing research into industry and market trends, assessing external forces, risks, and key performance indicators. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in business, organizational leadership, communications, economics, public policy, behavioral or social sciences, or a related discipline required. Master's Degree preferred. - Minimum of 3 years' experience in strategic intelligence, corporate research, or related field required. - Strategic experience in the healthcare insurance industry is preferred. Requirements - Ability to think beyond short-term goals and focus on the future. - Working knowledge of strategic decision-making tools (e.g., PESTLE, PrOACT, Strategy Canvas, SWOT, VRIO). - Ability to conduct primary and secondary research and translate findings into succinct analyses. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - A natural curiosity for answering questions and solving problems. - Commitment to customer service in managing research requests. - Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a cross-functional team. - The ability to navigate ambiguity and cope with change. Benefits - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package. - Incentive pay program (EPIP). - Health/Vision/Dental insurance. - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers. - Fertility/Adoption assistance. - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave. - 401(k) plan matching up to 5%. - Tuition reimbursement. - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources. Compensation $85,600 - $107,000 Exempt Grade 16

Role Description The Supervisor of Quality Performance is responsible for leading a high-performing team in the end-to-end abstraction of healthcare data, including prospective, retrospective, and supplemental collection. This role ensures adherence to quality and productivity standards while managing timelines and deliverables for HEDIS operations and audits. The Supervisor drives continuous improvement in abstraction workflows through data validation, process optimization, and staff development. This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment. What you’ll do - Accountable for performance monitoring, policy enforcement, termination process, disciplinary action, hiring, compliance and team development. Maintaining accurate records of all hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. - Supervise abstraction staff, assign responsibilities, and ensure quality and productivity standards are met. - Manage project timelines and deliverables for HEDIS operations and audits, ensuring alignment with regulatory deadlines. - Drive improvements in abstraction workflow, accuracy, and efficiency through data validation, process refinement, and staff training. - Oversee the year-round primary source verification (PSV) process to ensure completeness and integrity of supplemental data. - Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., IT, Health Plan Quality, Compliance) and external partners to coordinate data requests, audit submissions, and chart retrieval efforts. - Maintain current knowledge of HEDIS technical specifications, NCQA audit requirements, and CMS Medicare Star metrics. - Support audit readiness and respond to auditor inquiries and data validation requests. - Monitor team performance and provide coaching, training, and professional development. - Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and performance metrics for the quality operations team. - Analyze, track, and trend abstraction. Qualifications - Proven expertise in HEDIS measures, abstraction methodologies, and NCQA audit protocols. - Demonstrated success in managing quality improvement projects and abstraction operations. - Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. - Advanced working knowledge of HEDIS technical specifications and regulatory reporting. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in health care administration, Business Administration, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field. In lieu of degree: - Minimum 3 years of experience with HEDIS®, Star measures, or regulatory quality reporting. - Minimum 3 years of direct HEDIS®/Star abstraction or chart review experience. - Minimum of 3 years of healthcare or quality management experience, including 2 years of project management. - Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or lead role. - Experience with Medicare Star Ratings and quality performance reporting. - Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or related credential preferred. Compensation $73,920- $92,400 Exempt Grade 15. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Benefits - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package. - Incentive pay program (EPIP). - Health/Vision/Dental insurance. - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers. - Fertility/Adoption assistance. - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave. - 401(k) plan matching up to 5%. - Tuition reimbursement. - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

• Research, resolve, and respond to inquiries and correspondence via telephone, written, and email communication • Inquiries can be regarding contract benefits, eligibility, coverage and plan changes, payments, claims, prior authorization, appeals, and complaints • Resolve customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and accurate manner according to company and regulatory requirements • Work with peers, other departments, and leadership to find appropriate solutions to problems • Perform assigned job-related duties as required, including any special projects

• Oversee and execute quality reviews of Group Rating Intake Tool (GRIT) requests and monthly production work, ensuring accuracy and compliance with actuarial rating methodologies and underwriting guidelines. • Conduct actuarial, underwriting, and financial impact analysis, including short/long stop-loss period analysis, credibility studies, and underwriting risk assessments to drive data-backed recommendations. • Develop and implement training materials, procedure manuals, and departmental documentation to ensure standardization and knowledge retention of actuarial methodologies and underwriting practices. • Identify and implement efficiencies in underwriting workflows, leveraging automation, predictive modeling, and data-driven process improvements to optimize team productivity. • Develop and deliver technical training on underwriting practices, actuarial methodologies, rating factor adjustments, and risk evaluation techniques. • Collaborate with internal and external audit teams to support actuarial and underwriting compliance, quality controls, and regulatory reporting. • Review and validate with final quality reviews for monthly mailings and other underwriting communications to ensure accuracy and clarity. • Develop, analyze, and maintain rating factors and risk models that support underwriting and actuarial tools, ensuring data-driven decision-making. • Support SERFF rate filings with the Kansas Department of Insurance (KDOI) ensuring accurate and timely submission of rate justifications and regulatory documents. • Oversee enhancements to underwriting tools and actuarial databases, ensuring seamless integration of rating models and optimization of underwriting systems.

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas. You Belong At Blue Why Join Us? - Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans. - Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire - Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs. - Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility. - Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community. - Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Benefits & Perks - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package - Incentive pay program (EPIP) - Health/Vision/Dental insurance - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers - Fertility/Adoption assistance - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave - 401(k) plan matching up to 5% - Tuition reimbursement - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources Job Summary The Payment Recovery Correspondent analyzes and determines the corrective action required to administer proper collection procedures for claims that have been previously processed incorrectly for all lines of business and product types, using written and telephone correspondence. “This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.” What you’ll do Responsibilities: - Conduct audits of claims processed to assure adherence to processing policies and guidelines. - Pursue and manage recovery of overpayments and apply recoveries. - Collaborate between the Claims and the Finance departments to ensure the proper accounting of returned checks, proper addresses for providers, collections of outstanding overpayments, replacement checks, and refunds. - Generate Collection Letters for all lines of business. - Research ACES/CSI, eligibility, history, and purged history, to identify the claim(s) that need adjusted upon receipt of an unidentified refund check. - Create and route CSI/OTIS & Image to other areas for claim adjustments. - Update the Workday system with the appropriate transactions to close open payments, debits, and credits to keep corporate accounting in balance. - Respond to telephone and written inquiries in a courteous, timely, and accurate manner for both internal and external customers. What you need Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Ability to work independently and as a team member. - Ability and interest in working accurately with mathematics. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Must be proficient in the systems used by the department after completion of training. - Knowledge of multiple lines of business/product types preferred. Education and Experience: - High School diploma or equivalent required. - Minimum one year experience in Claims or BCBSKS Customer Service required. Physical Requirements Requires constant and intense concentration to complete job functions with intermittent interruptions. Work is onsite only and requires keying at a P.C. up to 85% of the day. Compensation $20.96- $26.20 Non- Exempt Grade 11 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas. Why Join Us? - Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans. - Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire - Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs. - Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility. - Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community. - Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Benefits & Perks - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package - Incentive pay program (EPIP) - Health/Vision/Dental insurance - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers - Fertility/Adoption assistance - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave - 401(k) plan matching up to 5% - Tuition reimbursement - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources Job Summary The Developer III is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure, scalable applications to support complex business processes. This role requires translating user stories and business requirements into technical solutions while enhancing and maintaining existing applications for performance and reliability. Working in a collaborative Agile/Scrum environment, the Developer III partners with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software, contributes to architectural decisions, and acts as a subject matter expert in debugging and performance optimization. *This position will be hired at the Developer III, or Lead Developer level. ** This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. What you’ll do - Design, develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure application solutions to support complex business requirements. - Interpret user stories and business needs into technical specifications and actionable development tasks. - Enhance, refactor, and maintain existing applications with a focus on performance, stability, and scalability. - Work collaboratively with product owners, business analysts, QA engineers, and fellow developers in an Agile/Scrum team. - Serve as a subject matter expert in debugging and resolving complex application issues and performance bottlenecks. - Ensure the delivery of high-quality code through comprehensive unit testing and participation in peer reviews. - Contribute to architectural and design decisions, offering insights based on experience and best practices. - Maintain accurate, up-to-date technical documentation for systems, codebases, and development processes. - Stay informed on emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions that improve productivity and system performance. What you need Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Ability to translate user specifications into written code. - Knowledge of data access methods to create, read, update, and delete data. - Awareness of industry architecture. - Familiarity with utility usage and tools. - Familiarity with System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). - Basic understanding of database concepts. - Awareness of technical trends. - Ability to utilize versioning tools. Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Bachelor’s degree or completion of a Computer Science program from a Technical Trade School preferred. - Minimum of 5 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language. Bonus if you have - Proven experience in the delivery of high quality solutions utilizing the Microsoft .Net framework (C#/VB/ASP) and associated technologies including: WPF, MVC, Blazor, HTML5, CSSS, JavaScript, jQuery, RDLC, NuGet, WinForms, WebAPI, RESTful API, SQL (DB2, MSSQL), SQL Server Management Studio, SSRS, SSIS, IIS, GitLab, XML, JSON, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerShell Nice to have: Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe LiveCycle Designer, Cognos, use of media queries and adaptive design, Rally, QAComplete - Participate in code review discussions and providing technical guidance to development teams. Ability to work collaboratively with architecture staff to establish and support coding standards and guidelines. - Superior analytical and deductive reasoning skills along with the ability to make decisions independently or with minimal direction. - Ability to foster a continuous learning environment by engaging in activities that grow technical and leadership skills, both personally and across teams. Training in PMP and Agile is a plus. - Health care experience preferred. Physical Requirements: - Typical office environment - Requires extensive use of computer - Requires extended periods of sitting or standing Compensation This position can be hired at Developer III or Lead, based on education, skills and experience. Developer III $94,400 - $118,000 Exempt Grade IT&S 16 Lead Developer $108,640 - $135,800 Exempt Grade IT&S 17 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas. Why Join Us? - Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans. - Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire - Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs. - Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility. - Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community. - Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Benefits & Perks - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package - Incentive pay program (EPIP) - Health/Vision/Dental insurance - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers - Fertility/Adoption assistance - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave - 401(k) plan matching up to 5% - Tuition reimbursement - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources Job Summary The IT Application Developer will write, debug, and maintain source code for software applications. This role collaborates closely with business analysts to ensure a clear understanding of requirements, works alongside other developers to ensure seamless integration of code, and coordinates with application testers to support their testing efforts and address any bugs. This role is also responsible for participating in testing and ensuring that code meets performance standards. “This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.” What you’ll do - Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and secure application solutions. - Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications. - Perform maintenance and enhancements to existing applications. - Collaborate with business analysts, QA testers, and other developers in an Agile development environment. - Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks. - Ensure code quality through unit testing and peer code reviews. - Participate in design and architecture discussions. - Maintain documentation of systems, processes, and technical specifications. - Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements. What you need - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Bachelor's degree or completion of a Computer Science program from a Technical Trade School preferred. - Developer II - Minimum of 2 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language. - Developer III - Minimum of 5 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language. - Lead Developer - Minimum of 8 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language and familiarity with other langues. - Training in ITIL, COBIT, and Agile is preferred. - Familiarity with or proven experience in the delivery of high-quality solutions utilizing Java (JEE), JSF, JavaScript, Web Services (SOAP, RESTful), Java Batch (JSR352), DB2 SQL, COBOL preferred. - Familiarity with Rational Software Architect (RSA) or Eclipse, GIT, Maven WebSphere Application Servers (WAS – Traditional and Liberty) preferred. - Familiarity and/or willingness to learn mainframe processes as we convert them to java. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Ability to translate user specifications into written code. - Knowledge of data access methods to create, read, update, and delete data. - Awareness of industry architecture. - Familiarity with utility usage and tools. - Familiarity with System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). - Basic understanding of database concepts. - Awareness of technical trends. - Ability to utilize versioning tools. Compensation These positions can be hired at Developer II, III or Lead, based on education, skills and experience. Developer II $82,480 - $103,100 Exempt Grade IT&S 15 Developer III $94,400 - $118,000 Exempt Grade IT&S 16 Lead Developer $108,640 - $135,800 Exempt Grade IT&S 17 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.