Engineering @ Superpower

Superpower; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital health company in San Francisco is seeking an Engineer to develop a fully integrated digital health platform. This role requires designing software solutions and collaborating with various teams while maintaining scalable applications. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in full-stack web development and a passion for healthcare technology. This is a full-time hybrid position based primarily in the SOMA office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer, focusing on full-stack web development.
• Deep experience with modern frameworks such as React, Node.js, and Typescript.
• Strong knowledge of system design, APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud services, especially AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end software solutions.
• Collaborate with product, design, and clinical teams.
• Build and maintain a scalable microservices architecture.

Skills

Full-stack web development

React

Node.js

Typescript

System design

APIs

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Microservices architecture

Healthcare technology

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

ESLint

Jest

Webpack

Tailwind CSS

Figma

Job description

At Superpower, we are building a fully integrated digital health platform that empowers users to manage their health more effectively. As an Engineer, you will architect and deliver foundational technology at the intersection of software, healthcare innovation, and human performance. You will work closely with the founding team to build scalable systems and beautiful user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement end‑to‑end software solutions, from front‑end components to backend infrastructure.
• Collaborate with product, design, and clinical teams to shape a seamless, user‑centric health platform.
• Build and maintain a scalable microservices architecture and modern web applications.
• Own technical decisions and contribute to company‑wide product strategy and planning.
• Establish and enforce best practices in testing, security, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering workflows and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer, with a focus on full‑stack web development.
• Deep experience with modern frameworks such as React, Node.js, Typescript, and related tooling.
• Strong knowledge of system design, APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud services (especially AWS/Fargate).
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced startup environment.
• Passion for healthcare, wellness, or longevity tech is a strong plus.
• Prior experience at an early‑stage startup or as a founding engineer is highly desirable.

Tech Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: React, ExpressJS (Node.js), Golang (plus)
• Dev Tools: Yarn workspaces, Storybook, ESLint, Jest, Webpack
• Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Infrastructure as Code, GitHub Actions (CI/CD), Kubernetes
• Data: FHIR‑based schema (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources)
• Design & Ops: Tailwind CSS, Figma, Linear, Notion, Slack

Work Location & Environment

This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco. Team members work primarily from our SOMA office, collaborating closely across disciplines in a fast‑moving, highly creative, and mission‑driven environment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet