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Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Hinge HealthSan Francisco-HQRnD
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Salary
$158,400 - $237,600 USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Senior Software Engineer - Backend role at Hinge Health is a full-time hybrid position based in San Francisco, offering an opportunity to build large-scale data infrastructure and automation systems. This role is well-suited for experienced developers looking to drive measurable health outcomes through advanced technology and data-driven solutions.

Role Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain large-scale software solutions within the ROI Pod to measure and report financial and clinical value. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners including data scientists, health economists, and product managers to scale data pipelines, automate claims ingestion, and expand targeted enrollment initiatives. Operating within a continuous deployment DevOps culture, you will take ownership of production systems and help advance AI-driven care delivery platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver large projects introducing new product capabilities while acting as a maintainer for key code repositories.
Modernize existing data pipelines to scale proven products alongside company growth.
Break down complex technical challenges into manageable tasks, ensuring predictable delivery and incident resolution.
Collaborate on technical strategies, balancing short-term and long-term architectural trade-offs.
Mentor junior engineers through thoughtful code reviews and real-time pairing sessions.
Integrate AI technologies to automate processes and enhance product features within an AI-driven care platform.
Proactively optimize the maintainability, availability, and performance of team features and developer tooling.
Communicate technical concepts clearly and document solutions for internal reference.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
At least three years of non-internship full-time professional software development experience.
Demonstrated experience delivering large software projects or features in a live production environment.
Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with agentic coding and AI coding assistance tooling.
Prior experience mentoring or onboarding junior team members.
Understanding of distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and scalable architectures.
Background working in healthcare technology or other heavily regulated environments.
Practical experience applying Agile development methodologies.

Skills and Tools

Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, React Native, Nestjs, GraphQL, Rails
AWS, Docker, Postgres, Redis, Apollo, Redux
Trunk-based CI/CD workflows and continuous deployment DevOps practices

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range between $158,400 and $237,600 in USD.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including gender-affirming care and family planning support.
Traditional or Roth 401(k) retirement plans featuring a 2 percent company match.
Modern life stipends for personal learning and professional development.
Access to discounted company stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

About the Company

Hinge Health is transforming musculoskeletal care by utilizing technology to scale and automate treatments for conditions affecting over 1.7 billion people globally. As a preferred partner to more than 50 health plans and thousands of employers, the company delivers personalized, evidence-based care spanning acute injury, chronic pain, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in Montreal and Bangalore, Hinge Health fosters an inclusive, equal opportunity environment.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please visit the official Hinge Health careers page and complete the application process directly through their authorized recruitment platform.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and work model for this role?

This position is a hybrid role based out of the San Francisco headquarters, requiring in-person attendance three days per week for a full 8-hour business day.

What is the salary range for the Senior Software Engineer position?

The annual salary ranges from $158,400 to $237,600 USD.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have at least 3 years of non-internship full-time professional software development experience.

What technologies and tools does the engineering team use?

The production systems utilize technologies such as Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, AWS, Docker, Postgres, and Redis, operating within a trunk-based CI/CD workflow.

What benefits are provided with this job?

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) plans with a 2 percent company match, modern life stipends, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Hinge Health careers page.

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