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The BioPharma Reporting & Specialty Analytics engineer is a software engineering craftsman that is a full-stack engineer that is an expert at working in all layers of an application. They work in an agile development environment to deliver reporting & insights to transform healthcare into a safer and more cost-effective industry.
Responsibilities
- Building analytic products from clinical data sets that is sourced from multiple systems, including Electronical Medical Record Systems (EMR) including labs, Practice Management Systems (PMS), and Pharmacy Dispensing Systems (PDS).
- Providing direct value to practices and pharmaceutical companies by building reports and dashboards to help them drive efficacy and usage of clinical products.
- Enriching data elements from other reference source systems to enhance our analytic offerings.
- Develop and define new products to enable pharmaceutical manufacturers’ key data initiatives.
- Support and build Sales enablement tools to provide feasibility requests to manufacturers.
- Daily operations and support.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-8 years of experience, preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a good work ethic and sense of humor.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Python experience is required.
- SSIS experience is preferred.
- Airflow experience is required.
- BI Data visualization experience.
- Front end web dev (Angular, React) preferred.
- Must have SQL experience with relational databases.
- Comfortable working with open-source technologies.
- Experience with healthcare data is preferred.
- Experience building & deployment pipelines to support CI/CD; ArgoCD, Harbor, Liquibase.
- Experience with GCP is preferred; GKE Kubernetes.
COMPENSATION
- Anticipated salary range: $96,300 - $151,360
- Bonus eligible: No
BENEFITS
Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 12/27/2026*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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INTRODUCTION
The BioPharma Reporting & Specialty Analytics engineer is a software engineering craftsman that is a full-stack engineer that is an expert at working in all layers of an application. They work in an agile development environment to deliver reporting & insights to transform healthcare into a safer and more cost-effective industry.
Responsibilities
- Building analytic products from clinical data sets that is sourced from multiple systems, including Electronical Medical Record Systems (EMR) including labs, Practice Management Systems (PMS), and Pharmacy Dispensing Systems (PDS).
- Providing direct value to practices and pharmaceutical companies by building reports and dashboards to help them drive efficacy and usage of clinical products.
- Enriching data elements from other reference source systems to enhance our analytic offerings.
- Develop and define new products to enable pharmaceutical manufacturers’ key data initiatives.
- Support and build Sales enablement tools to provide feasibility requests to manufacturers.
- Daily operations and support.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-8 years of experience, preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a good work ethic and sense of humor.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Python experience is required.
- SSIS experience is preferred.
- Airflow experience is required.
- BI Data visualization experience.
- Front end web dev (Angular, React) preferred.
- Must have SQL experience with relational databases.
- Comfortable working with open-source technologies.
- Experience with healthcare data is preferred.
- Experience building & deployment pipelines to support CI/CD; ArgoCD, Harbor, Liquibase.
- Experience with GCP is preferred; GKE Kubernetes.
COMPENSATION
- Anticipated salary range: $96,300 - $151,360
- Bonus eligible: No
BENEFITS
Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 12/27/2026*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Staff Software Developer
Target employers with established H-1B pipelines
Staff-level roles at companies with consistent H-1B visa filing histories signal genuine sponsorship infrastructure. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which employers have sponsored Staff or Senior Software Developer positions in recent years before applying.
Apply early in your OPT window
Staff roles take longer to close than junior positions. Hiring cycles at this seniority often run 6-10 weeks, so applying within the first few months of OPT gives you time to clear interviews before your authorization window creates urgency.
Apply for STEM OPT extension before your standard OPT expires
If your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field, you qualify for a 24-month extension. File Form I-765 at least 90 days before your EAD expires to maintain continuous work authorization.
Lead with technical depth, not visa status
Staff engineers are evaluated on system design, architecture decisions, and cross-team influence. Front-load those qualifications in your resume and interviews. Addressing OPT status clearly but briefly avoids making it the centerpiece of your candidacy.
Prioritize companies that have sponsored at your exact level
Sponsorship willingness varies by seniority tier. An employer who regularly sponsors junior engineers may not have experience sponsoring Staff-level roles. Confirming prior Staff or Principal-level H-1B filings significantly reduces mid-process sponsorship hesitation.
Clarify cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is selected
If your H-1B is picked in the lottery while you hold STEM OPT, cap-gap regulations allow you to continue working through September 30. Confirm with your DSO that your STEM OPT is properly filed so cap-gap protection applies automatically.
Staff Software Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Staff Software Developer on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your degree field. Staff Software Developer positions qualify under computer science, software engineering, and related STEM degrees. Your EAD card is the only document your employer needs to verify work authorization before your start date.
Do Staff Software Developer roles typically offer H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and enterprise companies in tech, fintech, and cloud infrastructure. Staff-level engineers are expensive to hire and difficult to replace, which gives employers a stronger financial incentive to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters specifically for OPT-friendly and sponsoring employers so you can focus on companies already open to it.
How does STEM OPT extension work for software developers?
If your degree is in a qualifying STEM field, you can extend your OPT by 24 months beyond the initial 12, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization total. You must file Form I-765 with USCIS at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Your employer also needs to enroll in E-Verify and sign a training plan.
What experience level is typically expected for Staff Software Developer roles?
Most Staff Software Developer postings expect 5-8 years of professional experience, with demonstrated ownership of complex systems and cross-functional collaboration. This is above Senior in most engineering ladders. If you are early in your OPT window with fewer years of experience, Senior Software Engineer roles may be a more realistic entry point.
Can I change employers while on OPT if I accept a Staff Software Developer role and it does not work out?
Yes, but OPT is not tied to a specific employer. You can change jobs as long as the new role is directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within 10 days. If you are on STEM OPT, your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a new training plan with your school.