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Staff Software Engineer, API

Staff Software Engineer, API

HeadspaceSan Francisco, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

About the Staff Software Engineer, API at Headspace :

Headspace is seeking a talented Staff Software Engineer, API to join its B2B Team. The B2B team is responsible for building and maintaining the eligibility systems and the enrollment experiences for our growing enterprise & SME customer base, as well as building partnership integrations for strategic partnerships. This role is for the employer platform team wherein you'll be tasked with prototyping, architecting, and executing on the creation of our enterprise platform, and be integral in the B2B org’s continued growth. We are also big on sharing knowledge, helping each other learn and get better, and you will see frequent mini-tech talks throughout the year.

Being on the engineering team, you’ll be working on a product that impacts more than 65M users. You will help us bring new features to life to meet our mission, while also helping push our platform to newer technologies as we embrace the cutting edge.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical leader and advocate for our B2B architecture, helping to shape the future of our tech stack and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Architect and develop high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems with a focus on scalability and reliability.
  • Lead projects from requirements gathering through implementation, collaborating closely with product, design, and data engineering stakeholders to identify problems and opportunities.
  • Architect and build robust APIs, primarily on Typescript / Node.js for our AWS-based services, with an emphasis on maintainability, security, and extensibility.
  • Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle, from collaborating with product stakeholders, writing tech specs & RFCs, to feature release and operations.
  • Set the standard for quality and technical excellence through code and design reviews and improve engineering processes and procedures.
  • Mentor junior team members and foster their growth through feedback.
  • Effectively communicate technical ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

Required Skills :

  • A minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on software development experience, with a strong focus on designing and building scalable APIs and microservices.
  • Proven ability to lead projects independently with minimal guidance, while fostering effective collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to achieve shared goals.
  • Demonstrated experience in the full software development lifecycle, from defining and designing new features to successful deployment and iteration in a remote environment.
  • Extensive experience with comprehensive testing methodologies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, and a deep understanding of CI / CD pipelines for efficient and reliable software delivery.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and influence stakeholders.
  • A consistent track record of making sound and impactful technical decisions based on a thorough understanding of requirements, constraints, and trade-offs, often in complex situations.

    • Preferred Skills :

  • BS / MS degree in Computer Science or related experience
  • Experience building Health Tech software
  • Exposure to mobile development frameworks, such as Flutter
  • In-depth understanding of database management principles, relational and NoSQL databases, and object-oriented programming and design patterns.

    • Location and Compensation

    Location : This is a hybrid role located in our San Francisco office, working 3 days per week from the office.

    Salary : The anticipated new hire base salary range for this full-time position is $140,400-$224,250 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are based on the job, level, and location, and reflect the lowest to highest geographic markets where we are hiring for this role within the United States. Within this range, individual compensation is determined by a candidate’s location as well as a range of factors including but not limited to : unique relevant experience, job-related skills, and education or training. Your recruiter will provide more details on the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

    At Headspace, base salary is but one component of our Total Rewards package. We’re proud of our robust package inclusive of : base salary, stock awards, comprehensive healthcare coverage, monthly wellness stipend, retirement savings match, lifetime Headspace membership, generous parental leave, and more. Additional details about our Total Rewards package will be provided during the recruitment process.

    About Headspace

    Headspace exists to provide every person access to lifelong mental health support. We combine evidence-based content, clinical care, and innovative technology to help millions of members around the world get support that’s effective, personalized, and truly accessible whenever and wherever they need it.

    Our values are how we work, grow, and make an impact together : Make the Mission Matter, Iterate to Great, Own the Outcome, and Connect with Courage. These values guide our decisions, collaborations, and culture.

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

    Headspace is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. We do not discriminate on any protected status and strive to create a welcoming workplace.

    How to Apply

    Interested in building your career at Headspace? Apply for this job and submit your details as indicated in the application process.

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