71,934 Backend Engineering jobs in the United States
Backend Engineering Manager
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Recruiting from Scratch is a talent firm that focuses on placing the best candidate for our clients. Our team is 100% remote and we work with teams across North America, South America, and Europe to help them hire.
About Us
We've created an AI-based hiring platform designed to improve the recruitment process for both job seekers and companies.
We're training models that predict job performance better than a human can. Our technology is so powerful that it's trusted by customers ranging from startups making their first hires to the largest AI labs hiring thousands of experts to train LLMs.
Why Join Us?
The team:
- Working with incredibly smart and ambitious people. The team is comprised of serial founders who are already launched and sold start ups.
- We are working with Silicon Valley's top AI labs.
- We hit unicorn status!
- We are already profitable! We have an 8-figure revenue run rate, growing 50% MoM, forecasted to hit 9 figures in 2025.
- Top investors.
We are an early-stage start up with lots of work to do all over the stack. We're looking for individuals who are experts and passionate about what they do. We want you to work on what you want to work on. So you let us know where your expertise lies :)
If these things describe you we'd love to chat further!
- You have an education that has prepared you for a high caliber career.
- You're ready to catapult your career with serial successful founders to continue to propel this unicorn start up.
- You're a strong communicator with charisma and high energy.
- You're comfortable with product ownership and guiding yourself through complex challenges undirected.
- You pay attention to detail particularly in terms of producing high-quality, stable code that can support rapid scaling.
- You have a strong belief in regularly testing and using the things you build, and a strong sense of ownership for everything you've developed
$200-300k base + 20-40% performance bonus + 1-10mil in options
Benefits:
- Equinox membership
- $10k housing stipend if you live near the office.
- Free food in the office- you can order whatever you want.
- Healthcare.
- Unlimited PTO.
Backend Engineering Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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Seeking a backend engineering lead to drive fast-paced prototyping and scalable systems in the AI space. This role involves working closely with leadership, guiding junior engineers, and delivering projects end-to-end in a rapidly evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend development, from rapid MVPs to production systems
- Collaborate directly with leadership on high-impact initiatives
- Manage and mentor junior engineers
- Build secure, scalable, and distributed systems
- Experiment with and integrate cutting-edge AI tools and patterns
Core Skills & Experience
- Strong backend engineering expertise (auth, migrations, CI/CD, queues, events, distributed databases)
- Knowledge of distributed systems, workflow engines (e.g. Temporal)
- Hands-on experience with AI tools and frameworks (LLMs, KV cache, streaming, MCP servers, tool calling)
- Familiarity with voice agent frameworks (LiveKit, pipecat, pion)
- Experience reverse engineering APIs (OpenAI, Google Generative Service, etc.)
- Comfortable running LLMs locally and crafting effective prompts
Nice to Have
- GraphQL, Cassandra/Scylla, vector databases, RAG projects
- Open-source contributions or research publications
- Programming competition experience
Backend Engineering Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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Seeking a backend engineering lead to drive fast-paced prototyping and scalable systems in the AI space. This role involves working closely with leadership, guiding junior engineers, and delivering projects end-to-end in a rapidly evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend development, from rapid MVPs to production systems
- Collaborate directly with leadership on high-impact initiatives
- Manage and mentor junior engineers
- Build secure, scalable, and distributed systems
- Experiment with and integrate cutting-edge AI tools and patterns
Core Skills & Experience
- Strong backend engineering expertise (auth, migrations, CI/CD, queues, events, distributed databases)
- Knowledge of distributed systems, workflow engines (e.g. Temporal)
- Hands-on experience with AI tools and frameworks (LLMs, KV cache, streaming, MCP servers, tool calling)
- Familiarity with voice agent frameworks (LiveKit, pipecat, pion)
- Experience reverse engineering APIs (OpenAI, Google Generative Service, etc.)
- Comfortable running LLMs locally and crafting effective prompts
Nice to Have
- GraphQL, Cassandra/Scylla, vector databases, RAG projects
- Open-source contributions or research publications
- Programming competition experience
Backend Engineering Lead
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Seeking a backend engineering lead to drive fast-paced prototyping and scalable systems in the AI space. This role involves working closely with leadership, guiding junior engineers, and delivering projects end-to-end in a rapidly evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend development, from rapid MVPs to production systems
- Collaborate directly with leadership on high-impact initiatives
- Manage and mentor junior engineers
- Build secure, scalable, and distributed systems
- Experiment with and integrate cutting-edge AI tools and patterns
Core Skills & Experience
- Strong backend engineering expertise (auth, migrations, CI/CD, queues, events, distributed databases)
- Knowledge of distributed systems, workflow engines (e.g. Temporal)
- Hands-on experience with AI tools and frameworks (LLMs, KV cache, streaming, MCP servers, tool calling)
- Familiarity with voice agent frameworks (LiveKit, pipecat, pion)
- Experience reverse engineering APIs (OpenAI, Google Generative Service, etc.)
- Comfortable running LLMs locally and crafting effective prompts
Nice to Have
- GraphQL, Cassandra/Scylla, vector databases, RAG projects
- Open-source contributions or research publications
- Programming competition experience
Backend Engineering Lead
Posted 2 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Seeking a backend engineering lead to drive fast-paced prototyping and scalable systems in the AI space. This role involves working closely with leadership, guiding junior engineers, and delivering projects end-to-end in a rapidly evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend development, from rapid MVPs to production systems
- Collaborate directly with leadership on high-impact initiatives
- Manage and mentor junior engineers
- Build secure, scalable, and distributed systems
- Experiment with and integrate cutting-edge AI tools and patterns
Core Skills & Experience
- Strong backend engineering expertise (auth, migrations, CI/CD, queues, events, distributed databases)
- Knowledge of distributed systems, workflow engines (e.g. Temporal)
- Hands-on experience with AI tools and frameworks (LLMs, KV cache, streaming, MCP servers, tool calling)
- Familiarity with voice agent frameworks (LiveKit, pipecat, pion)
- Experience reverse engineering APIs (OpenAI, Google Generative Service, etc.)
- Comfortable running LLMs locally and crafting effective prompts
Nice to Have
- GraphQL, Cassandra/Scylla, vector databases, RAG projects
- Open-source contributions or research publications
- Programming competition experience
Staff Software Engineer, Backend Engineering
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Maven is the world's largest virtual clinic for women and families on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven's award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and financial support all in one platform, spanning fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, parenting & pediatrics, and menopause & midlife. More than 2,000 employers and health plans trust Maven's end-to-end platform to improve clinical outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and provide equity in benefits programs. Recognized for innovation and industry leadership, Maven has been named to the Time 100 Most Influential Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company Most Innovative Companies, and FORTUNE Best Places to Work. Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven has raised more than $425 million in funding from top healthcare and technology investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, Dragoneer Investment Group, Oak HC/FT, StepStone Group, Icon Ventures, and Lux Capital. To learn more about Maven, visit us at mavenclinic.com.
An award-winning culture working towards an important mission – Maven Clinic is a recipient of over 30 workplace and innovation awards, including:
- Fortune Change the World (2024)
- CNBC Disruptor 50 List (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials (2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care (2024)
- TIME 100 Most Influential Companies (2023)
- Fast Company Most Innovative Companies (2020, 2023)
- Built In Best Places to Work (2023)
- Fortune Best Workplaces NY (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Great Place to Work certified (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators (2022)
- Built In LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Award (2022)
About the Role
As a staff level software engineer at Maven Clinic, you will be responsible for driving the technical vision and roadmap for our Platform and Product Teams. You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing opportunities in our product and platform systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and features that meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
As a Staff Software Engineer at Maven, you will:
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing needs of Maven's platform and backend teams.
- Propose, design, develop and implement cloud-based solutions that ensure the agility, flexibility, and scalability of our systems.
- Drive technical design discussions and provide guidance to team members on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams to drive the development of new features and products, ensuring they meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
- Mentor and guide and mid-level engineers, helping to develop their technical skills and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and trends that can drive innovation and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our engineering processes.
We're looking for you to bring:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in backend development and platform architecture, with a proven track record of building highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems.
- Experience designing and implementing complex distributed systems, including microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration.
- Strong expertise in developing cloud-based solutions, with hands-on experience in one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.), including infrastructure as code and serverless architectures.
- Proficiency in multiple programming (Java, Python, Go, etc.)
- Experience building distributed systems with microservices and relational and nosql databases.
- Experience leading technical design discussions and providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
At Maven Clinic, we are committed to building a world-class digital healthcare platform that empowers women and families to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. If you are a seasoned engineer with a passion for building scalable, performant, and reliable systems, and want to make a real impact in the world of healthcare, we would love to hear from you.
The salary range for this role is $25,000 - 300,000 per year. You may also be entitled to receive a bonus, stock options, and benefits. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, and skillset.
Maven embraces a flexible hybrid work model. Our teams primarily operate from the New York Metropolitan area, NY, and remotely via San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C. For those in our New York City office, we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to work onsite three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). For those based in San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C., we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to attend quarterly Work Together Days within these cities. This policy aims to balance remote work flexibility with the benefits of face-to-face interaction.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Benefits That Work For You
Our benefits are designed to support your health, well-being and career development, helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We remain focused on providing a competitive benefits package for our employees. On top of standards such as employer-covered health, dental, and insurance plan options, we offer an inclusive approach to benefits:
- Maven for Mavens: access to the full platform and specialists, including care for mental health, reproductive health, family planning and pediatrics.
- Whole-self care through wellness partnerships
- Hybrid work, in office meals, and work together days
- 16 weeks 100% paid parental leave and new parent stipend (for Mavens who've been with us for 1 year+)
- Annual professional development stipend and access to a personal career coach through Maven for Mavens
- 401K matching for US-based employees, with immediate vesting
These benefits are applicable to Maven Clinic Co., US-based, full-time employees only. 1099/Contract Providers are ineligible for these benefits.
Maven is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , veteran status, or genetic information. Maven is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Maven Clinic interview requests and job offers only originate from an @mavenclinic.com email address (e.g ). Maven Clinic will never ask for sensitive information to be delivered over email or phone. If you receive a scam issue or a security issue involving Maven Clinic please notify us at: For general and additional inquiries, please contact us at
Principal Software Engineer (Backend Engineering)
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Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:
Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
Who We Are
We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.
As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!
At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.
Job Description
Your Career
We are looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to join our Cortex backend engineering group. Be at the forefront of cloud security innovation as a backend engineer on our team. You will design, develop, and maintain the core backend infrastructure for Palo Alto Networks' Cortex Cloud Platform and its Cloud Security Posture features, directly impacting the security of our customers' cloud environments. We are looking for candidates with a can-do attitude, who are passionate about complex problems and thrive on bringing value to thousands of customers.
Your Impact
As a Principal Engineer on the team, you will:
- Work across team boundaries
- Drive projects from requirements to design and implementation as project lead
- Align key stakeholders including product management, UX design, and fellow engineering stakeholders
- Proactively review design, identify risks and mitigate risks in ongoing and planned projects to ensure smooth execution
- Mentor engineers across the department
- Regularly provide cross-team technical collaboration and consultation
- Design, build, and optimize data models and queries for speed and scale, using data storage technologies like MySQL and BigQuery
Qualifications
Your Experience
- 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on cloud- application development, at large organizations or innovative startups
- Strong programming skills in one of Python, Go, or Java,
- Experience with distributed systems architecture and design
- Experience in cloud technologies like ElasticSearch, Pubsub, etc.
- Excellent troubleshooting abilities. Isolate issues found during testing and verify bug fixes once they are resolved
- Experience with cloud development (REST APIs, Databases, Serverless computing) of distributed cloud applications
- Experience with building and delivering services and workflows at scale, leveraging microservices architectures
- Good understanding of public cloud design considerations and limitations in areas of microservice architectures, security, global network infrastructure, distributed systems, and load balancing
- Experience with the agile process and working with software development teams involved with building out full stack products, deployed on the cloud at scale
- Experience as a hands-on tech lead / architect
- Can-do attitude and ability to make trade-off judgements with data driven decision making
- High energy and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Enjoys working with many different teams with strong collaboration and communications skills
- Experience building UI with React or Angular is a plus (not required)
- BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related technical degree or equivalent military experience required
Additional Information
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $147000/YR - $237500/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
Our Commitment
We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a . If you require assistance or accommodation due to a or special need, please contact us at
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , ancestry, , family or medical care leave, or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, , physical or mental , political affiliation, protected veteran status, , , (including ), , or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend Engineering
Posted 20 days ago
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About Us
Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies that are bringing revolutionary advancements to market in three distinct practice areas: healthcare, cyber, and national security. United by a shared sense of duty and deep belief in the power of innovation, Red Cell is developing powerful tools and solutions to address our Nation's most pressing problems.
Location: Seattle, WA
About Trase
Co-founded in 2023 by Joe Laws and Grant Verstandig, Trase Systems is AI, Uncomplicated. Trase empowers enterprise leaders to harness the full potential of AI without the associated complexity and risks. We are an end-to-end solution for deploying, managing, and optimizing AI in the enterprise. Our platform specializes in bridging the "last mile" of AI adoption, unlocking AI's full potential while driving efficiency and significant cost savings. Trase is at the forefront of AI Agent innovation, topping the Hugging Face GAIA Leaderboard for Generalized AI Assistants, ahead of industry giants such as Google, Meta, Microsoft, and OpenAI. We are leveraging our cutting-edge technologies to develop mission-critical agentic applications in complex industries such as Healthcare, Oil & Gas, and National Security.
About the Role
Are you passionate about building scalable and robust backend services? Do you excel at building microservices and managing cloud infrastructure? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a backend engineer at Trase Systems.
As a Software Engineer specializing in Backend Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend services and cloud infrastructure. You will work with a team of talented engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that power our applications. If you're a hands-on problem solver with a passion for innovation and cloud technologies, we invite you to join our mission.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the architecting, building, and optimizing our backend services and cloud infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and architect solutions that align with business objectives.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth within the team.
- Develop and maintain GRPC and RESTful APIs and services to enable seamless integration with various applications and third-party platforms.
- Integrate 3rd party APIs to enhance the functionality and capabilities of our applications.
- Ensure the security and scalability of backend systems, implementing best practices for data protection and access control.
- Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud technologies and leverage them to enhance our infrastructure and services.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards.
- Communicate technical concepts and project updates effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven experience building microservices and managing cloud infrastructure.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Typescript, with a strong ability to write clean, maintainable code.
- Hands-on experience with GCP, AWS, and/or Azure.
- Demonstrated expertise in integrating third-party APIs to expand application capabilities.
- Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering scalable and efficient solutions.
- Strong knowledge of database design and optimization techniques.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
- Flexible work hours.
Some travel is required.
If you want to be on the cutting edge of technology, building AI solutions for the future, and are up for a challenge, let's talk!
Salary Range: $170,000-$220,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.
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We're an Equal Opportunity Employer: You'll receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Senior Software Engineer, Backend Engineering
Posted 21 days ago
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Maven is the world's largest virtual clinic for women and families on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven's award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and financial support all in one platform, spanning fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, parenting & pediatrics, and menopause & midlife. More than 2,000 employers and health plans trust Maven's end-to-end platform to improve clinical outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and provide equity in benefits programs. Recognized for innovation and industry leadership, Maven has been named to the Time 100 Most Influential Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company Most Innovative Companies, and FORTUNE Best Places to Work. Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven has raised more than $425 million in funding from top healthcare and technology investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, Dragoneer Investment Group, Oak HC/FT, StepStone Group, Icon Ventures, and Lux Capital. To learn more about Maven, visit us at mavenclinic.com.
An award-winning culture working towards an important mission - Maven Clinic is a recipient of over 30 workplace and innovation awards, including:
- Fortune Change the World (2024)
- CNBC Disruptor 50 List (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials (2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care (2024)
- TIME 100 Most Influential Companies (2023)
- Fast Company Most Innovative Companies (2020, 2023)
- Built In Best Places to Work (2023)
- Fortune Best Workplaces NY (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Great Place to Work certified (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators (2022)
- Built In LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Award (2022)
As a senior level software engineer at Maven Clinic, you will lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing opportunities in our product and platform systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and features that meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
As a Senior Software Engineer at Maven, you will:
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing needs of Maven's platform and backend teams.
- Propose, design, develop and implement cloud-based solutions that ensure the agility, flexibility, and scalability of our systems.
- Drive technical design discussions and provide guidance to team members on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams to drive the development of new features and products, ensuring they meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
- Mentor and guide and mid-level engineers, helping to develop their technical skills and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and trends that can drive innovation and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our engineering processes.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development and platform architecture, with a proven track record of building highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems.
- Experience designing and implementing complex distributed systems, including microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration.
- Strong expertise in developing cloud-based solutions, with hands-on experience in one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.), including infrastructure as code and serverless architectures.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, Python, Go, etc.)
- Experience building distributed systems with microservices and relational and nosql databases.
- Experience leading technical design discussions and providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
The salary range for this role is $95,000 - 300,000 per year. You may also be entitled to receive a bonus, stock options, and benefits. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, and skillset.
Maven embraces a flexible hybrid work model. Our teams primarily operate from the New York Metropolitan area, NY, and remotely via San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C. For those in our New York City office, we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to work onsite three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). For those based in San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C., we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to attend quarterly Work Together Days within these cities. This policy aims to balance remote work flexibility with the benefits of face-to-face interaction.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Benefits That Work For You
Our benefits are designed to support your health, well-being and career development, helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We remain focused on providing a competitive benefits package for our employees. On top of standards such as employer-covered health, dental, and insurance plan options, we offer an inclusive approach to benefits:
- Maven for Mavens: access to the full platform and specialists, including care for mental health, reproductive health, family planning and pediatrics.
- Whole-self care through wellness partnerships
- Hybrid work, in office meals, and work together days
- 16 weeks 100% paid parental leave and new parent stipend (for Mavens who've been with us for 1 year+)
- Annual professional development stipend and access to a personal career coach through Maven for Mavens
- 401K matching for US-based employees, with immediate vesting
These benefits are applicable to Maven Clinic Co., US-based, full-time employees only. 1099/Contract Providers are ineligible for these benefits.
Maven is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Maven is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Maven Clinic interview requests and job offers only originate from an @mavenclinic.com email address (e.g ). Maven Clinic will never ask for sensitive information to be delivered over email or phone. If you receive a scam issue or a security issue involving Maven Clinic please notify us at: For general and additional inquiries, please contact us at
Staff Software Engineer, Backend Engineering
Posted 21 days ago
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Maven is the world's largest virtual clinic for women and families on a mission to make healthcare work for all of us. Maven's award-winning digital programs provide clinical, emotional, and financial support all in one platform, spanning fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, parenting & pediatrics, and menopause & midlife. More than 2,000 employers and health plans trust Maven's end-to-end platform to improve clinical outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and provide equity in benefits programs. Recognized for innovation and industry leadership, Maven has been named to the Time 100 Most Influential Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fast Company Most Innovative Companies, and FORTUNE Best Places to Work. Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven has raised more than $425 million in funding from top healthcare and technology investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, Dragoneer Investment Group, Oak HC/FT, StepStone Group, Icon Ventures, and Lux Capital. To learn more about Maven, visit us at mavenclinic.com.
An award-winning culture working towards an important mission - Maven Clinic is a recipient of over 30 workplace and innovation awards, including:
- Fortune Change the World (2024)
- CNBC Disruptor 50 List (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials (2024)
- Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care (2024)
- TIME 100 Most Influential Companies (2023)
- Fast Company Most Innovative Companies (2020, 2023)
- Built In Best Places to Work (2023)
- Fortune Best Workplaces NY (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Great Place to Work certified (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators (2022)
- Built In LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Award (2022)
As a staff level software engineer at Maven Clinic, you will be responsible for driving the technical vision and roadmap for our Platform and Product Teams. You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing opportunities in our product and platform systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products and features that meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
As a Staff Software Engineer at Maven, you will:
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems that support the growing needs of Maven's platform and backend teams.
- Propose, design, develop and implement cloud-based solutions that ensure the agility, flexibility, and scalability of our systems.
- Drive technical design discussions and provide guidance to team members on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams to drive the development of new features and products, ensuring they meet the needs of our customers and adhere to Maven's quality standards.
- Mentor and guide and mid-level engineers, helping to develop their technical skills and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and trends that can drive innovation and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our engineering processes.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in backend development and platform architecture, with a proven track record of building highly scalable, performant, and reliable systems.
- Experience designing and implementing complex distributed systems, including microservices architecture, containerization, and orchestration.
- Strong expertise in developing cloud-based solutions, with hands-on experience in one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.), including infrastructure as code and serverless architectures.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, Python, Go, etc.)
- Experience building distributed systems with microservices and relational and nosql databases.
- Experience leading technical design discussions and providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and architecture principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
The salary range for this role is $25,000 - 300,000 per year. You may also be entitled to receive a bonus, stock options, and benefits. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, and skillset.
Maven embraces a flexible hybrid work model. Our teams primarily operate from the New York Metropolitan area, NY, and remotely via San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C. For those in our New York City office, we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to work onsite three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). For those based in San Francisco/Bay Area, CA, Seattle, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, and Washington, D.C., we encourage in-person collaboration by requiring team members to attend quarterly Work Together Days within these cities. This policy aims to balance remote work flexibility with the benefits of face-to-face interaction.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
At Maven we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in all of the areas detailed above, we hope that you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Benefits That Work For You
Our benefits are designed to support your health, well-being and career development, helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We remain focused on providing a competitive benefits package for our employees. On top of standards such as employer-covered health, dental, and insurance plan options, we offer an inclusive approach to benefits:
- Maven for Mavens: access to the full platform and specialists, including care for mental health, reproductive health, family planning and pediatrics.
- Whole-self care through wellness partnerships
- Hybrid work, in office meals, and work together days
- 16 weeks 100% paid parental leave and new parent stipend (for Mavens who've been with us for 1 year+)
- Annual professional development stipend and access to a personal career coach through Maven for Mavens
- 401K matching for US-based employees, with immediate vesting
These benefits are applicable to Maven Clinic Co., US-based, full-time employees only. 1099/Contract Providers are ineligible for these benefits.
Maven is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Maven is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Maven Clinic interview requests and job offers only originate from an @mavenclinic.com email address (e.g ). Maven Clinic will never ask for sensitive information to be delivered over email or phone. If you receive a scam issue or a security issue involving Maven Clinic please notify us at: For general and additional inquiries, please contact us at