Staff Software Engineer at Vetcove

Matcha; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote within USA

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee referrals

Home office setup

Company retreats

Open vacation policy

Equity

Team events

Job summary

Vetcove is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to own major product areas, designing, building, and improving tools that help veterinary clinics streamline operations and patient care. You will work across the stack, mentor engineers, set coding standards, and partner with leadership to define a high-impact technical roadmap in a fully remote environment within the United States.

The role emphasizes scalable front-end and back-end systems, with React, React Native, Python/Django, and databases

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with ownership of complex, production-grade systems.
• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in Computer Science or a related technical field
• Deep expertise in at least one modern programming language and strong experience with modern web frameworks
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and React, including architecting large-scale front-end applications
• Proven ability to design scalable systems, APIs, and data models
• Solid experience working with relational databases and optimizing queries
• Consistent practice of writing well-tested, maintainable, and reliable code
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and lead technical decision-making
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly
• Collaborative, adaptable, and effective in fast-paced or evolving environments

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and delivery of complex product initiatives across web and mobile platforms
• Build and enhance React and React Native applications used by tens of thousands of veterinary professionals and industry partners
• Set engineering standards, drive code quality, and ensure strong test coverage across the codebase
• Develop scalable components, shared libraries, and architectural patterns that support team-wide productivity
• Mentor engineers, provide technical guidance, and influence engineering direction across multiple teams
• Partner closely with our CTO, engineering leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to define and execute high-impact solutions
• Design features and data models with accuracy, security, and performance in mind, including optimizing database queries and API interactions
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the stack and lead efforts to improve system performance and reliability
• Work in a fully remote team environment

Skills

JavaScript

React

Mentoring engineers

System design

Code quality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Django

Django Rest Framework

Postgres

Elasticsearch

Redis

Clickhouse

React Native

Git

Job description

Join Vetcove and help modernize the future of veterinary software and the pet parent healthcare experience. Our suite of platforms features a market-leading procurement marketplace, an ultra-modern home delivery ecommerce experience, and a next-generation practice management system. More than 25,000 hospitals across all 50 states rely on Vetcove daily, supporting tens of thousands of veterinarians who care for tens of millions of pets each year.

We are modernizing the 50 billion dollar plus animal health industry by giving veterinary organizations the tools to focus more on patient care. Backed by Y Combinator and top venture investors in Silicon Valley, New York and Miami, Vetcove is a fast-growing, mission-driven company. We are searching for talented and passionate people who want to help shape the future of veterinary care.

About the Position

As a Staff Software Engineer at Vetcove, you’ll take ownership of major product areas—designing, building, and improving the tools that help veterinary clinics streamline operations, deliver exceptional patient care, and optimize their supply chains. The systems you create will manage billions of dollars in transactions and empower clinics to focus on their patients, not their logistics.

This isn’t just another engineering job—it’s a chance to tackle meaningful challenges and make a real-world impact. You’ll be involved in everything: deciding what to build, designing how it works, and ensuring it gets into the hands of users seamlessly. If you thrive on solving hard problems and creating tools that matter, this role is for you!

About Our Team

We’re a fast-moving team solving big challenges in a field that’s rapidly adopting technology. Our platform powers every aspect of veterinary clinic operations, from medical records to purchasing workflows. But we’re not just building software—we’re rethinking how the industry operates, making it more efficient and humane.

At Vetcove, engineers work across the stack and have a holistic view of the platform. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with users, influence the product roadmap, and make a real difference in an industry that impacts millions of animals and their caregivers. We operate in a fully remote environment, giving you the flexibility to do your best work while staying deeply connected to a fast moving highly collaborative team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, architecture, and delivery of complex product initiatives across web and mobile platforms

• Build and enhance React and React Native applications used by tens of thousands of veterinary professionals and industry partners

• Set engineering standards, drive code quality, and ensure strong test coverage across the codebase

• Develop scalable components, shared libraries, and architectural patterns that support team-wide productivity

• Mentor engineers, provide technical guidance, and influence engineering direction across multiple teams

• Partner closely with our CTO, engineering leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to define and execute high-impact solutions

• Design features and data models with accuracy, security, and performance in mind, including optimizing database queries and API interactions

• Troubleshoot complex issues across the stack and lead efforts to improve system performance and reliability

• Work in a fully remote team environment

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with ownership of complex, production-grade systems

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in Computer Science or a related technical field

• Deep expertise in at least one modern programming language and strong experience with modern web frameworks

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and React, including architecting large-scale front-end applications

• Proven ability to design scalable systems, APIs, and data models

• Solid experience working with relational databases and optimizing queries

• Consistent practice of writing well-tested, maintainable, and reliable code

• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and lead technical decision-making

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly

• Collaborative, adaptable, and effective in fast-paced or evolving environments

Tools We Use

• Backend: Python (Django, Django Rest Framework)

• Frontend: JavaScript (React, React-Query), Less.js, TypeScript

• Datastores: Postgres, Elasticsearch, Redis, Clickhouse

• Mobile: React Native

• Version Control: Git

Benefits (Full Time Roles)

• 100% remote within the USA

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Automatic 401k contribution

• Employee referral program

• At home office set up

• Bi-annual company retreats

• Open vacation policy

• Equity

• Monthly team events

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is: $170,000/year - $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. For Colorado, the salary range is: $190,000 - $210,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. This salary range is a good faith estimate of what Vetcove may pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, qualifications, and experience. The range reflects the base hourly rate or annual compensation (as applicable), and does not include bonus, equity or other incentives.

In addition to base compensation, Vetcove offers a comprehensive benefits
package. Please refer to the “Benefits (Full Time Roles)” section above for more
details.

Please note we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Vetcove is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.