Senior and Staff Backend Software Engineer - Evergreen

Calm; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 159,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior or Staff Backend Software Engineer to develop the core technologies that power transformative mental health solutions. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of systems within a collaborative team, focusing on delivering high-quality, secure, and scalable backend solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with modern programming languages and frameworks, and a passion for tackling complex challenges. Join a mission-driven organization that values mental health and well-being, and be part of a team that creates meaningful experiences for millions of users worldwide.

Benefits

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

401k

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in backend development, preferably in a collaborative team.
• Strong focus on security and ability to articulate potential attack vectors.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain reliable, scalable, and secure backend systems.
• Collaborate with product managers to gather requirements and define specifications.

Skills

Javascript/Typescript

GoLang

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

AWS

GCP

GKE

Relational DBs/SQL

REST API-based microservices design

Education

BS in Computer Science

Engineering degree

Tools

CI/CD

Job description

Senior and Staff Backend Software Engineer - Evergreen

About Calm
Calm is on a mission to support everyone on every step of their mental health journey. With the #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation as well as a growing library of digital, evidence-based mental health programs, Calm offers trusted support for individuals and organizations alike. Our flagship consumer app provides personalized content and activities – featuring a range of experts and beloved celebrity voices – to help users manage stress, improve sleep and live mindfully. Our workplace and healthcare solutions offer a consumer-friendly approach to clinical content and HIPAA-compliant resources in order to drive positive health and business outcomes. Named a TIME100 Most Influential Company, Calm supports more than 150 million people and 3,500 organizations across seven languages and 190 countries.

This is an evergreen posting, which means we’re not hiring for this role right now—but we’re always looking to connect with great talent for future opportunities. We review applications periodically and may reach out to stay in touch or even begin conversations as roles open up. Thanks for your interest in Calm—and for your patience!

What We Do

We build cross-product capabilities that enable business growth at Calm. As a Senior or Staff Backend Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing the foundational technologies that power Calm's products. As part of a lean, high-impact team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of transformative systems. Our custom-built content management system delivers the immersive, calming experience that defines Calm. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and functional leaders across the organization to bring Calm's vision to life, creating magical experiences for millions of users worldwide.

We are hiring remote workers for this role in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York City, or Minneapolis areas. At this time, only candidates in these locations will be considered.

What You’ll Do

• Work directly with our customers and product managers to gather requirements and define technical specifications
• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems that are reliable, scalable, and secure
• Write high-quality code that is well-documented and easy to maintain
• Ensure high test coverage for all code, including unit and integration tests
• Implement monitoring to detect and respond to system failures and performance issues
• Work with other teams, such as mobile development, QA, and DevOps, to ensure a smooth development and deployment process
• Stay up-to-date on the latest backend technologies and trends
• Develop, mentor and train software engineers

Who You Are

• Experience with the following languages/technologies/frameworks (or equivalents):
  • Javascript/Typescript
  • GoLang
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • AWS / GCP / GKE
  • Relational DBs / SQL
• Experience with REST API-based microservices design
• Strong focus on security, with the ability to clearly articulate potential attack vectors and design mitigations
• Proven experience working effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment as part of a collaborative team
• Willingness and enthusiasm to learn new technologies and tackle challenging problems
• Experience providing accurate high-level estimates based on complexity and consistently delivering on time and with quality
• Proficiency in writing unit and integration tests in a CI/CD environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Provide high-quality code reviews that reduce defects and support the professional development of peers
• Ability to leverage the expertise of others to facilitate professional growth and know when to seek assistance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Nice to Haves

• Past experience building apps in highly controlled industries, i.e., healthcare
• Senior level typically requires 8+ years of related experience
• Staff level typically requires 12+ years of related experience
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Excited about the role? Apply! You don’t need to check every box to be considered. Reminder this is an evergreen posting, which means we’re not hiring for this role right now—but we’re always looking to connect with great talent for future opportunities. We review applications periodically and may reach out to stay in touch or even begin conversations as roles open up. Thanks for your interest in Calm—and for your patience!

The anticipated salary range for this position is $159,000 - $259,700. The base salary range represents the low and high end of Calm’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and other qualifications. This role is also eligible for equity + comprehensive benefits + 401k + flexible time off.

Please note that Calm may leverage artificial intelligence technology in the application review process.

Calm is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application or interview process, please contact Calm’s Recruiting team at [e-mail]. All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially and assessed on a case-by-case basis.

We believe that mental health is health, and every person should be considered in the discussion. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Calm is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a mindful and respectful environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work, and experience a culture that is free of harassment, racism, and discrimination.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Roles which require access to certain types of information may also require the successful completion of a drug screening.

FOR US BASED POSITIONS: Calm participates in e-verify. E-verify provides the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.