Senior Backend Developer (Remote)

MouthWatch; Metuchen (NJ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the dental healthcare industry is seeking a skilled backend developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in backend development with a strong focus on Python3, SQLAlchemy, and AWS. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that significantly improve dental care through technology, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in backend development focusing on Python3, SQLAlchemy, Postgres.
• Proficient in AWS services like RDS, S3, Lambda.
• Experience with software engineering principles and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems.
• Conduct code reviews and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

Python3

SQLAlchemy

Postgres

Pydantic

AWS

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Docker

Terraform

Job description

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems to support business needs.

• Develop robust, secure, and efficient backend solutions using Python3, SQLAlchemy, Postgres, and Pydantic.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend developers, to gather requirements, estimate timelines, and deliver quality solutions.

• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, such as performance optimizations, code refactoring, and process enhancements.

• Participate in agile ceremonies like sprint planning and retrospectives to ensure timely delivery of features and updates.

• Deploy and maintain backend services using AWS.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in backend development with a strong focus on Python3, SQLAlchemy, Postgres, and Pydantic.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Proficient in AWS services, including RDS, S3, Lambda, ECS, etc.

  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.

  • Experience with containerization tools like Docker.

  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.

• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.

• Methodologies: Experience working in Agile teams and fast-paced environments.

Nice-to-Have:

• Familiarity with other backend frameworks and technologies.

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  
  
  

  What we do:

  
  

  MouthWatch is a privately held technology and software company servicing the dental healthcare industry, headquartered in Metuchen, NJ. Dedicated to improving overall health worldwide through innovative teledentistry software and intraoral imaging products, the company focuses on solutions that enhance care coordination, boost patient understanding, and facilitate the delivery of advanced dentistry. The team is comprised primarily of telecommuting employees, though offices are available in Metuchen, NJ, for use as needed.

  What drives us:

  The knowledge that we are fundamentally transforming approaches to dental care enables dental providers to reach more patients and improve clinical outcomes for enhanced overall health. It is incumbent upon us to nurture an environment that attracts, develops, and retains a talented, inclusive workforce and inspires our employees to be passionate about what we do on behalf of our customers. Inherent in this dynamic is a culture that promotes equality, diversity, and respect and holds every member of the organization to the highest standards of integrity and accountability.