Senior Backend Engineer
Doctronic Inc.
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Job summary
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in backend engineering and API development.
- Strong programming foundation in Python with proficiency in web frameworks.
- Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop scalable APIs handling millions of requests using Python and FastAPI.
- Ensure HIPAA compliance in data processing and integration systems.
- Optimize database for high-volume healthcare data and complex queries.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
At Doctronic, we’re merging deep medical knowledge with cutting-edge AI to build the most advanced diagnostic system on Earth. It’s not science fiction — it’s already saving lives. Want in?
Doctronic | New York City ONSITE (Hybrid) | Reports to CEO
Let's make healthcare free and accessible to everyone through AI. We need backend infrastructure that can scale our AI doctor platform to billions of consultations while maintaining medical safety and HIPAA compliance.
Scalable APIs using Python, FastAPI, AWS handling millions of monthly requests
Real-time data processing for sensitive patient information (HIPAA-compliant)
Internal API architecture for web platform and AI coordination
Integration & Data Systems
Secure health record exchange with EHR systems, QHINs, healthcare networks
Third-party integrations: telehealth providers, analytics platforms, healthcare APIs
Large-scale sensitive data processing with encryption and compliance safeguards
Partner API integrations across dozens of diverse healthcare systems
Database optimization for high-volume healthcare data with complex queries
Redis for secure caching and session management in healthcare environments
Error handling, failover systems, disaster recovery for mission-critical services
Performance optimization for rapid user growth
AI System Integration
Backend coordination for AI tools and decision-making workflows
Python-based deterministic systems working alongside AI agents for clinical accuracy
APIs supporting model inference, data preprocessing, result processing
Infrastructure for AI safety: validation layers and human escalation protocols
You’ll also work on healthcare compliance automation, advanced monitoring, multi-region deployment, and backend foundation for next-generation AI healthcare features.
Engineering-first org: no project managers, just senior engineers
Flat structure with direct CEO reporting and high autonomy
Own features end-to-end from minimal specs to production
AI coding tools encouraged
Ship fast with good judgment; daily standups for alignment, not micromanagement
Education & Background
Engineering, Math, or related technical degrees welcomed with strong programming foundation
Preference for graduates from top programs at top universities
Preference for founders, founding engineers, or extensive startup experience
Independent problem solver who collaborates well cross-functionally
Technical Expertise
6+ years backend engineering with Python and API development
FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python web frameworks
RESTful APIs, high-volume traffic handling
Relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and optimization
System Design & Integration
Third-party API integrations and webhook management
Microservices architecture and distributed system patterns
Security best practices for sensitive data and API design
Monitoring, logging, observability tools
Systems for healthcare, fintech, or regulated industries
Healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) and HIPAA compliance
High-scale data processing and real-time systems
AI/ML systems and model serving infrastructure
Healthcare workflows, EHR systems, telehealth platforms
Seed/Series A experience in healthcare or technology
Advanced degree in CS, Engineering, or related field
Build infrastructure transforming healthcare accessibility for millions
Direct CEO reporting with significant autonomy
Access to leading technologies and healthcare experts
Union Square Ventures led our seed (Feb 2025)
Lightspeed Venture Partners preempted our Series A six months later (Aug 2025)
Significant equity stake in fast-moving, well-backed company
doctronic.ai provides free, anonymous, HIPAA-compliant AI consultations. Optional human physician video visits with our doctors cost just $39 and are available 24/7 across all 50 states. We are processing millions of monthly consults with 99%+ treatment plan accuracy validated by board-certified clinicians.
We’re a fully remote team, giving you the freedom to work where you thrive—at home, in a co-working space, or anywhere in the world.
Your work should be valued—today and in the future. We offer competitive salaries along with equity opportunities, so you’re not just contributing to our growth—you’re sharing in it.
We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage—plus mental health support and flexible time off—because caring for others starts with caring for ourselves.
Join Doctronic and work with cutting-edge AI that’s transforming healthcare and helping people make faster, smarter decisions.
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