Job Overview Smile Digital Health is revolutionizing healthcare through cutting-edge digital solutions that empower providers and patients alike. We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Developer to join our remote US team on a full-time basis. In this senior-level role, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of robust software systems that support our mission to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable health tech platforms. Working remotely from anywhere in the US, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate in areas like patient engagement, data interoperability, and AI-driven diagnostics, contributing to products that transform lives. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement complex software features using modern development practices, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and establish best practices for clean, maintainable codebases. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions, focusing on healthcare-specific challenges like HIPAA compliance and FHIR standards. Optimize applications for scalability, integrating cloud services such as AWS or Azure, and conduct thorough testing to maintain 99.9% uptime. Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement through agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban. Stay ahead of industry trends in digital health, contributing to strategic technical roadmaps and proof-of-concept projects. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. At least 7+ years of professional software development experience, with 3+ years in a staff or senior developer capacity. Proven track record in full-stack development for web or mobile applications in regulated industries, preferably healthcare. Strong experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions). Skills Expertise in languages like JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, or Go, with deep knowledge of frameworks such as React, Node.js, Spring Boot, or Django. Proficiency in relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, microservices architecture, and RESTful/GraphQL APIs. Familiarity with healthcare standards (HL7, FHIR) and security protocols (OAuth, encryption). Excellent problem-solving abilities, with experience in performance tuning and debugging complex systems. Strong communication skills for remote collaboration using tools like Slack, Jira, and Zoom. Bonus: Experience with machine learning frameworks or blockchain for health data. Company Info Smile Digital Health is a leader in digital health innovation, headquartered with a distributed team passionate about leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes. Our remote-first culture fosters creativity, autonomy, and work-life balance, serving major healthcare organizations worldwide. Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous PTO. Fully remote setup with home office stipend, professional development budget, and wellness programs. Parental leave, flexible hours, and stock options to share in our growth. Growth Opportunities Advance to principal engineer or tech lead roles with clear career paths, regular performance reviews, and access to conferences/training. Join hackathons, contribute to open-source, and shape our engineering culture in a high-impact environment.