Senior Backend Software Engineer (Python/Medtech)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Python/Medtech): Designing and developing critical backend services for an automated diagnosis tool with an accent on architectural decisions and end-to-end product lifecycle. Focus on building high-quality solutions for physician empowerment, improving system observability, and integrating AI into healthcare workflows.

Location: Hybrid (NYC, SF, or LA). Must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Salary: $165,000 – $220,000

Company

hirify.global is developing the world’s first comprehensive, automated diagnosis tool to streamline clinical and revenue cycle efforts in healthcare.

What you will do

• Design and develop critical backend services from ideation through deployment and iteration.
• Drive architectural decisions and lead major projects to ensure engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to balance speed to market with technical quality.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews across backend services.
• Own system design, observability, testing, and performance for owned backend services.
• Participate in on-call operational support, monitoring, and production support.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science.
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in Python for writing production-quality code.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Based in or able to relocate to the New York City metro area, San Francisco Bay Area, or Los Angeles.
• Practical experience using AI coding tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code).

Nice to have

• Experience with Kubernetes and AWS services.
• Background in enterprise SaaS or high-growth startup environments.
• Experience in health technology.
• Experience with OpenAI services.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid model: 2 days per week in-office with flexibility to work remotely from other locations up to 6 weeks per year.
• 99% employer-paid health benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• 18 PTO days per year plus a 1-week holiday break.
• Monthly health and wellness budget and a sabbatical program.
• Company-sponsored team retreats, social events, and catered lunches for office days.

Hiring process

• All candidates must successfully complete a background check as part of the process.