Senior Software Engineer

Gethealthspan; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Insurance

Unlimited vacation

Job summary

Healthspan is seeking an experienced API engineer to build and optimize a scalable telemedicine platform. You will design robust RESTful APIs, ensure security and performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality healthcare solutions.

The role emphasizes cloud-native architecture, Docker/Kubernetes deployment, and CI/CD practices to support rapid iteration and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in API development and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable APIs for applications and clients.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Ensure API security with authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms.
• Write clean, documented code following best practices.
• Optimize API performance for latency and throughput.
• Troubleshoot API functionality, performance, and integration issues.
• Mentor junior engineers in API development and architecture.

Skills

REST APIs

API security

Swagger/OpenAPI

Microservices

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD

OAuth/JWT

MongoDB

Node.js

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or CS

Tools

Postman

OpenAPI

Job description

About Us:At Healthspan, we are changing healthcare delivery through our longevity-focused telemedicine platform. We specialize in interventions targeting cellular senescence and mTOR pathways, based on the pioneering research of Dr. Mikhail Blagosklonny. Our mission is to optimize human performance and cellular function, empowering patients to control aging and prevent age-related chronic diseases.

Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves working with established technologies to develop and enhance our telemedicine platform. You will be responsible for building scalable, high-performance applications and contributing to our mission of advancing health optimization.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Excellent communication skills
• Extensive experience with RESTful API design and implementation, including knowledge of API best practices, security, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with API documentation tools like Swagger, Postman, or OpenAPI
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and experience in building scalable, distributed systems
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of version control systems such as Git, and experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth, JWT, and API keys
• Strong Skills in MongoDB: Proficiency in database design, optimization, and management
• Expertise in Node.js: Experience in building scalable server-side applications

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of API gateway technologies such as AWS API Gateway
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, particularly as they relate to API deployment and monitoring
• Understanding of caching strategies and technologies such as Redis or Memcached for optimizing API performance
• Experience in building APIs that comply with industry standards and regulations, particularly in healthcare
• Experience with Vue.js and React for frontend development is highly desirable but not required
• Experience with GraphQL or gRPC in addition to REST APIs is nice to have

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable APIs that meet the needs of our applications and clients
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Ensure API security, including implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices and standards
• Optimize API performance, including latency, throughput, and scalability
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API functionality, performance, and integration
• Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and technical leadership in API development
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in API development, and continuously improve our API architecture and practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience

Professional Growth Opportunities

This role offers more than just a job; it's a career-defining opportunity. As Healthspan continues to grow, you will have the chance to advance in title, compensation, and responsibility. By joining our team, you’ll not only influence our strategic direction but also expand your skills in a thriving environment that values autonomy, craftsmanship and leadership. Whether you’re looking to become a key decision-maker in digital health or aiming to excel in a senior management position, Healthspan provides the pathway to achieve your professional goals. This role is designed for those who seek to make a mark in their career while contributing to a significant cause.

Our Culture at Healthspan

At Healthspan, leadership is not a role or title - it's an action. Every team member is empowered to take the lead on initiatives, prioritizing innovation and problem-solving at the forefront of our operations. As a startup with an ambitious mission, these qualities are not just valued; they are essential.

We are also deeply committed to the quality of our work. We are all working on honing our crafts. In doing so, we are not only seeking to achieve excellence in our outputs but also foster personal and professional growth. This attention to detail ensures that we continuously push the boundaries of the value that we can provide to our patients and the broader field of longevity medicine.

A growth mindset is the cornerstone of our team dynamic. At Healthspan, being adaptable, continuously learning, and embracing challenges are crucial for success. We seek individuals who are not only skilled but are also dedicated to personal development and are eager to contribute to our collective mission.

Lastly, our foundational purpose is to serve our patients. Healthspan was inspired by a personal health crisis experienced by our founder, which drives our commitment to deliver the highest possible value through our programs. Every aspect of our work is focused on enhancing patient care and outcomes.

Why Healthspan?

By joining Healthspan you will be joining a team that is advancing longevity science. At Healthspan, your work directly contributes to connecting individuals with cutting-edge solutions to optimize their health. You'll be joining at an early stage, allowing you to significantly impact our growth trajectory and experience substantial personal and professional growth alongside our company. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolutionary shift in healthcare, where your efforts help shape the future of health optimization and longevity.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional growth
• Collaborative and inclusive environment
• Being part of a transformative healthcare mission
• 401kInsuranceUnlimited Vacation