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At Tend, we do dental differently.

Tend is rewriting the playbook of modern dentistry by building a company around the patient and the provider. We believe that with the power of technology, a hospitality-driven mindset, and a top tier clinical team, we can make going to the dentist something to look forward to. Our vision is to transform the dental experience into one that is empowering, human and personalized.

Since launching in 2019, we have provided exceptional care to over 100,000 patients across five major cities: New York, Washington DC, Boston, Atlanta and Nashville. With thousands of five-star reviews, Tend has become one of the country's top-rated and in-demand dental practices, with over 650 team members to support this mission. We’re continuing to grow quickly and looking for the best of the best to come join our team.

At Tend, we're redefining the dental experience—bringing together top-tier care, thoughtfully designed studios, and smart technology to make going to the dentist something you look forward to. We believe dental health is an essential part of whole-person wellness, and we’re building the tech to power that vision.

We’re looking for a Full Stack Developer who’s excited to build scalable systems, shape the architecture of our platforms, and craft tools that transform how patients engage with care.

This role is based in Nashville, TN, with the expectation to work in-office 1–2 times per month for team collaboration and onsite alignment.

What You’ll Do:

Build responsive, user-friendly web applications using modern frameworks like React and Next.js
Design and maintain robust backend services using Node.js, Python, and PostgreSQL
Work closely withOperations team and other stakeholders to develop thoughtful solutions that support both patients and internal users
Contribute to the full product lifecycle—from ideation and design to implementation and rollout
Integrate with third-party platforms and APIs (e.g., Salesforce, payment systems)
Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code that aligns with team standards
Troubleshoot, debug, and continuously improve platform performance and reliability
Collaborate in an agile environment with regular code reviews and shared ownership

What You Bring:

3+ years of experience as a full stack engineer in a modern tech stack
Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js
Experience with backend development and relational databases like PostgreSQL
Familiarity with API design, authentication, and cloud environments such as AWS
Strong understanding of performance, security, and responsive design principles
Comfort working in fast-paced, collaborative, and product-focused teams
Passion for clean code, elegant solutions, and continuous learning
Located in Nashville, TN, with the ability to be onsite 1–2 times per month

Bonus Points If You Have:

Experience with Next.js, AWS Lambda, or Serverless frameworks
Experience building mobile applications using React Native and/or native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) frameworks
Exposure to healthtech, e-commerce, or multi-location service models
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance or secure data handling practices
Familiarity with tools like Salesforce, Heroku, or Docker
Contributions to open-source projects or personal technical portfolio

What We Offer:

We believe taking care of people starts with taking care of our own. Here’s how we’ve got you covered at Tend:

🩺 Health Comes First - We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance — plus a Dental Wellness Program to keep your smile as sharp as your skills.

💰 Plan for the Future - Our 401(k) comes with a company match, because your future matters just as much as your now.

💡 Support, When You Need It - Life & AD&D insurance, health advocacy, legal support, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — all designed to have your back when life gets real.

🛍️ Smart Spending Options - We’ve got Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and pre-tax transit/parking benefits to make your dollars go further.

🌴 Time to Recharge - Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays — because rest is productive.

💸 Bonus Eligible - This role includes annual bonus potential based on both company performance and your individual impact.

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Pay Range

$110,000 - $130,000 USD

The Tend Difference

The highest standard of care, anywhere.

You’ll work with highly-esteemed clinical leadership and experience-obsessed colleagues to provide the best patient experience possible, with access to technology that’s head and shoulders above the average practice. You’ll have exciting opportunities to collaborate with talented team members to make visits extraordinary. Our hospitality-driven approach to care means that patients actually look forward to seeing you.

A top-tier clinical team who puts patients first.

We value science over sales, and promote a culture of warmth and hospitality — our teams are recognized for going the extra mile for our patients. We trust our providers to put patient needs first, and never implement production quotas. We offer a warm, collaborative culture and are proud to be an inclusive, curious team driven by excellence.

Innovate Dentistry. Tend to Others. Grow Together.

Tend has become beloved by patients and providers alike for combining beautiful work environments with cutting-edge clinical technology. Our providers are rewarded based on an innovative pay structure, as well as education programs that are training the next generation of industry leaders. And our top-notch total rewards packages include both best-in-class benefits and compensation. You’ll not only have the chance to be part of a thriving, industry-changing company, but empowered to become an expert in your field and supported through continuing education.

Tend is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tend is committed to promoting a work environment in which differences are respected, employees are treated fairly, and individual contributions are valued and rewarded. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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