Software Engineer II - AI Platform

Hinge-Health; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinge Health, a digital health company based in San Francisco, seeks a Software Engineer for its AI platform team. In this role, you will develop key components of the AI infrastructure and collaborate with engineers and data scientists to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate has expertise in backend development, cloud platforms, and AI/ML technologies, contributing to innovative solutions building comprehensive care for musculoskeletal pain.

Benefits

Inclusive healthcare and benefits

2% company match on retirement plan

Modern life stipends for personal development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software engineering experience focusing on backend or systems development.
• 1+ years in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies such as LLMs, RAG, or agentic AI.

Responsibilities

• Integrate models and agents into the platform and ensure smooth deployment.
• Build and maintain APIs and microservices for AI model deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand technical requirements.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

AI/ML technologies

RESTful APIs

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Advanced degree in AI/ML related field

Tools

Git

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Hinge Health is a digital health company focused on providing innovative, evidence-based solutions for musculoskeletal (MSK) pain. Through a combination of personalized exercise therapy and virtual care, Hinge Health helps individuals manage and reduce chronic pain, improving their quality of life while lowering healthcare costs. The company partners with employers and health plans to offer these solutions at scale, improving overall employee health and productivity.

At Hinge Health, our AI platform team is leading the way in transforming how businesses leverage Artificial Intelligence. Our mission is to build cutting-edge solutions and platforms that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data. We’re looking for a Software Engineer with a strong background in software engineering and an interest in AI to join our team.

As a Software Engineer, you’ll contribute to the development and maintenance of key components of our AI infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with engineers and data scientists to ensure the platform supports the complex needs of AI models and machine learning workflows.

What You'll Accomplish

• Work with the AI/ML team to integrate models and agents into the platform and ensure smooth deployment.

• Write clean, maintainable code with an emphasis on performance, reliability and scalability.

• Build and maintain APIs and microservices that enable AI model & agent deployment and data processing.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to platform performance, integration, and reliability.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand technical requirements and deliver effective solutions.

• Support ongoing improvements to the AI platform’s systems and workflows, contributing ideas and feedback to architectural discussions.

Hinge Health Hybrid Model

We believe that remote work and in-person work have their own advantages and disadvantages, and we want to be able to leverage the best of both worlds. Employees in hybrid roles are required to be in the office 3 days per week, for the full 8 hours of a typical business day. The San Francisco office has a dog-friendly workplace program.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on backend or systems development

• 1+ years of experience in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python

• Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies such as LLMs, RAG, or agentic AI

• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

• Experience developing RESTful APIs and services

• Experience using Git for version control and collaborating in an agile environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Advance degree in an AI/ML related field

• Solid understanding of database systems and data processing technologies

• Familiarity with Generative AI technologies

Compensation

This position will have an annual salary, plus equity and benefits. Please note the annual salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. The annual salary range for this position is $133,800 - $200,600.

About Hinge Health

Hinge Health leverages software, including AI, to largely automate care for joint and muscle health, delivering an outstanding member experience, improved member outcomes, and cost reductions for its clients. The company has designed its platform to address a broad spectrum of MSK care—from acute injury, to chronic pain, to post-surgical rehabilitation—and the platform can help to ease members’ pain, improve their function, and reduce their need for surgeries, all while driving health equity by allowing members to engage in their exercise therapy sessions from anywhere. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Learn more at http://www.hingehealth.com

What You'll Love About Us

• Inclusive healthcare and benefits: On top of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, we offer employees and their family members help with gender-affirming care, tools for family and fertility planning, and travel reimbursements if healthcare isn’t available where you live.

• Planning for the future: Start saving for the future with our traditional or Roth 401k retirement plan options which include a 2% company match.

• Modern life stipends: Manage your own learning and development

Diversity and Inclusion

Hinge Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you feel you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, let us know by reaching out to your recruiter.

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Workday ID

JR1455