Senior Software Engineer

Namely; New York (NY); On-site; USD 146,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

HSA/FSA pre‑tax benefits

401k with up to 4% matching

Wellness stipend

Flexible PTO

Remote‑First environment

Team events & wellness workshops

Free Talkspace access for you and a on

Job summary

Talkspace is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and scale core applications powering the platform. You will work as a hands-on full‑stack engineer, collaborating with Product, Design and Engineering to deliver high‑quality solutions while shaping technical standards across the organization.

You will mentor junior engineers, own end‑to‑end features, and partner with cross‑functional teams to maintain a robust, scalable codebase in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
• 5+ years of professional experience developing software.
• 5+ years of professional experience working in both React and Node.js.

Responsibilities

• Writes correct and consistent code for backend, frontend, and devops.
• Develops and maintains full‑stack web apps using React on the frontend and Node.js on the backend.
• Designs, builds, and integrates APIs and backend services to support product functionality and system integrations.
• Mentors junior engineers via pairing, feedback, PR reviews, and 1:1s.
• Delivers complex products to QA that are fully developed and bug‑free.

Skills

React

Node.js

Software development

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (CS/Tech/Engineering/Math)

Job description

At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare? Come join our mission of getting therapy in the hands of everyone!

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team. This individual will play a key role in designing, building, and scaling the core applications and services that power our platform. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on full‑stack engineer looking to build 0 to 1. To work at Talkspace, you need to be as passionate as we are about our work, and excited to partner with us on delivering quality mental healthcare. As a senior member of the team, you’ll partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering stakeholders to deliver high‑quality solutions while helping shape technical standards and best practices across the organization.

Candidates must be based in Eastern Time. Talkspace Headquarters is located in NYC.

What You’ll Do

• Technical Skills
  • Writes correct and consistent code using both knowledge and expertise (backend, frontend, and devops).
  • Develops and maintains full-stack web applications using React on the frontend and Node.js on the backend.
  • Designs, builds, and integrates APIs and backend services to support product functionality and system integrations.
  • Reviews code efficiently and give feedback on it.
  • Understands industry standards and consistently keeps informed of upcoming trends.
• Communication and Leadership
  • Communicates and justifies technical decisions via design docs, tech talks and documentation.
  • Mentors Junior Engineers via Pairing, Feedback, PR Review and 1:1's.
  • Communicates effectively cross-functionally to the Product team, his manager, and business if needed.
  • Proactively identifies problems with requirements for and his own projects and the engineers they support and communicates it to stakeholders.
• Project Management
  • Delivers complex product to QA that is fully developed and bug-free.
  • Takes initiative to fix bugs, open tickets and improve code when needed
  • Persistent in the face of roadblocks, knows when to pull others to solve the problem if needed.
• Impact
  • End-to-end responsibility for getting production-ready features to the finish line.
  • Identifies problems and potential risks in his code and others.
  • Helps keep consistency and quality in the code base with PR overview and feedback.
  • Helps enforce proper QA for all products that he is involved in.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
• 5+ years of professional experience developing software
• 5+ years of professional experience working in both react and node.js

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Pre-tax benefits: HSA/FSA
• 401k Retirement Savings Program with matching up to 4%
• Voluntary benefits including disability, basic life or pet insurance, etc.
• Monthly Wellness Stipend to promote mental and physical self-care
• Flexible PTO and Remote First Environment
• Regular team events, including Wellness Workshops and Team Building Events
• Free access to Talkspace products for you and one household member, as well as access to a friends and family discount!

Compensation

At Talkspace, we believe that pay transparency during the interview process is a critical part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary bands are based on internal and external compensation benchmarks, which we regularly evaluate to ensure we pay competitively.

The base salary range for this role is between $146,000 - $180,000. Within the salary bands, leveling corresponds to each candidate’s relevant experience, skills as assessed during the interview process, education, and applicable certifications.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification or if your path has been nontraditional — such as not completing a formal degree program, taking a career break, or having a prior criminal record — if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which include, but are not limited to, age, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace, aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices, addressing unconscious biases, and providing inclusive, culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees, particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging, value, support, and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.