Software Engineer - Backend

Objective: Build the apps and systems that run Delfina Care, our intelligent pregnancy care platform.

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About Us: Delfina provides a leading pregnancy care data platform to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

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‍ About You: As a backend engineer with Delfina, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of critical features in the Delfina platform. From web backends, databases, data systems, monitoring and reporting. We encourage engineers to bring full-stack skills and interests to the table, so if you also enjoy writing React and/or Flutter frontend code, that is a big plus.

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Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the design and development team to translate product requirements into working code
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to industry best practices and coding standards
• Collaborate with the frontend development team to integrate front end components with backend APIs
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the delivery of high-quality software.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in software development to propose and implement innovative solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX/UI designers, backend developers, and QC engineers
• Take initiative to improve our systems by thinking about software architecture, security, documentation, or whatever else we’re working on -- Delfina is a startup, and we’re looking for engineers who are excited for new challenges ‍

Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in software development and design
• Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI or similar programming language and frameworks
• Experience with databases (Postgres or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of relational databases and container-based software deployment
• Familiarity with version control systems (git and GitHub)
• Proficiency writing automated test suites and testable code
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) ‍

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience as a software engineer in a similar role
• Experience in frontend development (React, Flutter)
• Experience with Google Cloud or another major cloud provider
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Prior experience in the healthtech industry or working on healthcare-related projects.
• Passion for addressing challenges in maternal health and contributing to solving the maternal health crisis ‍

We value that everyone at Delfina brings a unique background and perspective. Prospective applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications and are encouraged to use their resume and other application materials to demonstrate how their skills meet, or are equivalent to, the listed qualifications.

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Compensation: $130,000 - $155,000 per year (junior), $155,000 - $185,000 (mid-level)

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The base salary range for this full-time position in the United States represents a wide variety of factors, including location, skills, experience, education, and training. New hires who meet most of the qualifications above should expect to earn near the middle of the posted salary range.

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Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision benefits are provided as options for all full-time employees at Delfina. Additional company benefits include starter 401(k), flexible vacation PTO, mental health and sick leave, company holidays, bereavement, family and parental leave, and equity compensation options for eligible employees.

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Application process: Send the following materials to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Software Engineer - Backend Application’:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover letter ‍

Application ‍Deadline for Best Consideration: February 10, 2025

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Delfina provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or family status, national origin, age, veteran or disability status.

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Note that Delfina does not sponsor or facilitate any U.S. work authorization. All applicants must have unrestricted and independent authorization to work at Delfina. Delfina participates in the E-verify program to confirm employment authorization eligibility.

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