Staff Software Engineer - Full Stack Backend Focused

Summary

Join HeartFlow, a medical technology company revolutionizing precision heart care, as a leader in backend engineering. You will develop and maintain secure authentication and authorization systems, mentor engineers, and drive architectural decisions. This role requires extensive experience in backend technologies, distributed systems, and security best practices, along with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record in building large-scale, secure APIs and has experience leading teams. HeartFlow offers a competitive salary, bonus, and stock options, creating a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Strong proficiency in modern backend (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Django, Flask, or similar) technologies and database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, or similar) understanding of front-end (e.g., Vue.js, JavaScript, React, Angular, or similar) technologies
• Proven track record implementing authentication and authorization systems
• Strong expertise in distributed systems and microservices architecture
• Demonstrated experience in building, deploying large-scale, secure RESTful APIs
• Experience driving technical vision and leading architectural decisions; ability to mentor and lead other engineers
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and project management tools
• Strong understanding of web security best practices
• Experience with DevOps best practices (e.g., CI/CD pipelines)
• Experience with or willingness to learn about FDA regulations and compliance requirements for medical software
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Develop secure and robust authentication and authorization workflows
• Drive technical decision around identity management and access control
• Design and implement scalable backend services and APIs
• Identify technology risks and dependencies early to establish mitigation plans
• Mentor and guide other engineers in secure backend best practices and OWASP
• Lead the architecture of distributed systems and microservices
• Building and maintain critical backend infrastructure
• Participate in security audits and compliance reviews
• Collaborate with InfoSec and AppSec teams on security implementations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with key partners in Product Management, Strategy, Operations, and Regulatory to ensure high-quality, high-impact delivery of innovative software projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Django, Vue.js
• Experience using SQL, NoSQL databases
• Knowledge of OWASP security principles and best practices
• Experience with medical applications or other regulated industries

Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the base salary compensation range is $146,232 to $187,177 (for all locations outside San Francisco Bay Area) and $155,750 to $240,922 (for San Francisco Bay Area), cash bonus, and stock options