Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Who we are:

Founded in 2016, K Health's mission is to deliver accessible, high-quality healthcare at scale. As a leading clinical AI company in primary care, K Health has developed a suite of clinical AI agents that enhance provider efficiency and improve patient outcomes across both online and in-person primary care settings. K Health's primary care platform engages patients through a personalized investigation, informed by relevant medical history from the EMR, to provide primary care providers with comprehensive insights and automated workflows at the point of care. Coupled with patient insights, K Health’s technology empowers providers to make individualized diagnoses and treatment decisions and deliver high-quality medicine at scale.

As a venture-backed startup trusted with nearly $400 million in funding, and a $900 million valuation as of July 2024, K Health is well-positioned for sustained future growth. We continue to partner with a growing roster of major health systems (Cedars-Sinai, Hackensack Meridian Health, Hartford HealthCare), enhancing accessibility and quality of care by pairing people with technology. 

K Health is a modern healthcare company that is reinventing the patient, provider, and AI cooperative for a singular, digitally unified, high-quality care delivery mission. Our cross-functional approach integrates deep expertise in clinical care, operations, data science, product, consumer marketing, and engineering into one team that is transforming the experience of patients, providers, and the overall care delivery system. Join us in our mission to deliver smarter, simpler healthcare!

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer proficient in JavaScript, NestJS/Node.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, TypeScript, Kubernetes (k8s), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in these technologies, along with a track record of self-learning, motivation, and exceptional communication skills. Bonus points for prior experience in FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) or within the medical field.

What you'll be doing:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications using JavaScript, NestJS/Node.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, TypeScript, k8s, and GCP technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Architect and implement robust and efficient backend systems, adhering to best practices and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues across the software development lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What we're looking for:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience with JavaScript.
• 5+ years of extensive knowledge in NestJS or Node.js.
• Proficiency (3+ years) in MongoDB and PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong expertise in GraphQL, TypeScript, Kafka, Kubernetes (k8s), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments.
• Previous experience with FHIR or exposure to the medical field is a significant advantage.

We offer competitive compensation packages based on industry benchmarks for function, level, and geographic location. Offer amounts are determined by multiple factors such as a candidate's experience and expertise.  

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, citizenship, military or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. We’re deeply committed to building teams as diverse as the patients we serve and strive to cultivate an environment where everyone can bring their most authentic self to work. We depend on our differences to make our team stronger, our workplace more dynamic, and our product accessible to all of our users.

We are committed to maintaining the integrity of our hiring process and ensuring a safe environment for all candidates. All communication for job offers from K Health will come from email addresses ending in @khealth.com. K Health will never ask you to provide financial information about yourself during the recruitment process. We will never use personal email accounts or other domains for official correspondence. Our official job postings are only listed on our official website and reputable job boards. Be cautious of job offers from sources other than these platforms.