Principal Back End Software Engineer

We are a startup based out of NYC that wants to use AI for good! Our mission is to eliminate as many manual tasks as possible in the clinical trial space, and let the scientists work on the science of curing people, not paperwork! We are investing in building our Engineering team and are looking for a Founding / Principal Back End Software Engineer. As our Founding Engineer, you'll be instrumental in designing, building, and scaling our core technology platform. This is a hands-on role where you'll work directly with the founding team to transform our vision into reality. You'll own significant portions of our technical stack and have the autonomy to make impactful decisions that will shape our product for years to come.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect and build scalable web applications from concept to deploymentDesign and implement robust database schemas that support current needs while anticipating future growthDevelop high-performance backend systems and APIs that power our platformEstablish engineering best practices, including code quality standards, testing frameworks, and deployment processesCollaborate closely with founders to translate business requirements into technical solutionsMake critical technology stack decisions that balance innovation with pragmatismMentor future team members and help build a strong engineering cultureWhat Skills We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications5+ years of professional experience building and shipping production web applicationsDeep expertise in backend development with proficiency in Node.JS and Python Strong database design skills with experience in both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databasesFull-stack capabilities with the ability to work across the entire technology stack when neededExperience working within an AWS environmentPrevious startup experience is requiredTrack record of building scalable systems that handle significant user growthStrong architectural thinking with the ability to design systems that are maintainable and extensibleAny experience in the HealthTech or Pharma space or knowledge of HIPAA is a huge plusWhat Makes This SpecialFounding Team Member: Join as one of the first engineers with significant equity ownership and a great base salary of $200,000 - $230,000 Technical Leadership: Shape the entire technical strategy and architecture from day oneImpact: Your work will directly influence the product and company directionGrowth Opportunity: As we scale, grow into senior leadership roles (CTO, VP Engineering)Autonomy: Freedom to choose technologies and approaches that best solve our challengesInnovation: Work on challenging problems at the intersection of technology and life sciencesYou’re working for a company whose goal is to save lives!Substantial founding equity stakeFlexible working arrangementsExcellent Benefits