Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack - Austin TX

Healthcare Recruiters International; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Recruiters International is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable healthcare SaaS applications. You will work across front-end and back-end, collaborating with product, design, QA, and operations to deliver secure features.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, cloud-based architecture, and an ability to mentor teammates while shaping the technical roadmap. Hybrid in Austin, TX, with some in-office days.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full stack software development experience.
• Strong front-end skills with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong back-end experience with Node.js, Python (Django/Flask), Ruby on Rails, or Java/Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality full stack applications (front-end + back-end).
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, QA, operations) to deliver new features.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Participate in architectural decisions and technical roadmap planning.
• Ensure applications are secure, performant, and compliant with healthcare standards (e.g., HIPAA).
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation efforts.

Skills

React

Node.js

Python

REST APIs

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack

Location: 3 -4 Days per week in office / Austin, TX

Department: Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Engineering Manager / Director of Engineering

About the Role:

Our client is transforming physical therapy through a modern SaaS platform that delivers personalized, on-demand care. We’re looking for a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to build scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications that improve patient outcomes.

You’ll work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to design, develop, and maintain both front-end and back-end systems. You’ll also help shape the technical roadmap and ensure the platform meets healthcare compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality full stack applications (front-end + back-end)
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, QA, operations) to deliver new features
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Participate in architectural decisions and technical roadmap planning
• Ensure applications are secure, performant, and compliant with healthcare standards (e.g., HIPAA)
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation efforts

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full stack software development experience
• Strong front-end skills with React, Angular, or Vue.js
• Strong back-end experience with Node.js, Python (Django/Flask), Ruby on Rails, or Java/Spring Boot
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB)
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and integration
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write clean, scalable code

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, digital health, or regulated SaaS environments
• Knowledge of HIPAA and data security best practices
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, automated testing, and DevOps practices
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field (a plus)