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At FuturHealth, we're on a mission to create a product where every individual feels inspired and empowered to confidently take charge of their wellbeing. We believe in and are dedicated to offering personalized and holistic approaches to combat health concerns.

Operating at the intersection of health and technology, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including telemedicine, personalized nutrition plans, medication delivery, and insurance solutions. We believe that wellbeing is deeply personal, and the path to becoming the best version of yourself is paved with progress, not perfection. Our central focus is on utilizing scientifically-proven prescriptions and telehealth initiatives to tackle obesity head-on.

Role Overview

We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer, Backend to design, build, and scale the foundational systems that power FuturHealth's digital platform. As a hands-on technical leader, you'll architect secure, performant, and reliable backend services, mentor engineers, and drive engineering excellence across a growing team.

This is a high-impact role for a backend engineer who thrives in startup environments, cares deeply about system quality and maintainability, and is motivated by the opportunity to improve health outcomes through technology.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and development of scalable APIs, services, and backend systems.
• Ensure security, reliability, and performance across core infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Product, Data, and Frontend teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Champion engineering best practices, CI / CD, observability, and testing standards.
• Mentor engineers, lead code reviews, and influence technical direction across projects.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, HiTrust, and other security / privacy standards in backend systems.

About You

Nice to Have

The pay range for this role is $185,000 - 230,000. We offer a competitive salary package and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

Additional Company Info

Founded by a team with a proven track record of delivering exceptional experiences to over 25 million consumers, they began by revolutionizing personalized nutrition through an intuitive mobile app that adapts meal plans to individual metabolisms and preferences. With seamless integrations with food services and a thriving community of like-minded individuals, the formation of FuturHealth began to further empower people on their health journey.

Securing Series Seed Funding in December 2023, FuturHealth is backed by Corazon Capital, Oversubscribed Ventures, and InterAlpen Partners. We achieved remarkable 40X growth in 2024 and are proud to be maintaining this impressive momentum. We are currently seeking visionary people to join us in our journey to revolutionize healthcare and empower individuals to lead healthier lives. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and driving innovation in the health and wellness and technology space, we invite you to explore opportunities and be a part of the future of healthcare.

What we can offer :

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and Retirement (401k).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Affordable plans for your furry friends.

Simplify daily travel.

Note : Benefits and compensation listed may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Futurhealth.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services

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