Volatus Health: Senior Backend Engineer

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Company Overview

Volatus Health is an innovative startup focused on creating a next-generation software platform specifically designed for fertility clinics. Founded by a team of top medical experts in reproductive health and experienced tech entrepreneurs, the company aims to significantly enhance patient care and outcomes. With a headquarter located in New Jersey, USA, Volatus Health is well-funded and is currently on the lookout for individuals who share their passion for improving healthcare outcomes.

Job Position

The company is currently seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to help in transitioning their product from prototype stage to full-scale launch. This role presents an excellent opportunity for professionals with substantial experience in backend development, particularly using PostgreSQL. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, have a strong focus on product results, and be capable of working effectively in a dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities

Designing and Managing Data Models

As the Senior Backend Engineer, you will oversee the design and management of the data model, which will involve various internal and external medical data. Your role will entail ensuring the database is:

• Highly performant
• Reliable
• Scalable
• Secure

Required Skills

To succeed in this position, candidates must possess specific skills that demonstrate their capability:

Must-Have Skills

• Expert-Level Proficiency with PostgreSQL: Candidates should be well-versed in database modeling, security/authentication/authorization, performance tuning, transactions, triggers, and data history management.
• TypeScript: Strong knowledge of TypeScript is essential.
• NextJS/NodeJS: Experience with these frameworks will be critical as they are part of the backend technology stack.
• Advanced API Integration: Proven experience integrating various external APIs effectively.
• AI Integration: Ability to work with large language models (LLMs) or other advanced AI models is highly desired.
• Solid CS Fundamentals: A strong foundation in computer science principles.
• Testing Experience: Capable of maintaining reliability through advanced testing techniques.

Strongly Preferred Skills

In addition to the required skills, candidates should ideally have:

• Experience with Supabase, especially with its Row Level Security and real-time features.
• A background in DevOps, focusing on reliability and implementation experience.
• Capability to help design a long-term AI strategy and train/customize AI models using medical data.
• Familiarity with medical device integrations (e.g., Immunoassay, Ultrasound).
• Knowledge of medical data standards (i.e., HL7, FHIR, and HIPAA compliance).
• Experience with voice-activated technology (Speech-to-text, Text-to-speech).
• Proficiency with React, as the company utilizes NextJS.

Bonus Skills

• AWS knowledge.
• Experience with backend workflow tools such as temporal.io or airflow.
• Familiarity with Python for flexibility in development needs.

Work Environment and Team Collaboration

In the role, you will collaborate closely with a team comprising the head of engineering, the principal engineer, product designers, and the CEO. Since this is a relatively new company with a nascent codebase, you will have the unique opportunity to influence foundational technology choices and shape the final product. Such a chance ensures that early team members can make significant contributions and help build the application from the ground up.

Candidate Qualities

Volatus Health is specifically looking for candidates who are:

• Action-oriented: A proactive mindset is a must.
• Comfortable with making quick decisions while balancing risks effectively.
• Equipped to manage multiple project components across different team members.
• Self-motivated and dedicated to continuous learning to drive project success.

Time Zone Consideration

The company prefers candidates who are within +/− 3 hours of the Eastern Standard Time (EST). However, they are open to considering applicants outside this timezone if they are a perfect fit and can adapt to the team’s schedule.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the position by sending their resume, details about their timezone, and a brief statement on why they would be a suitable fit for the role to the company's designated email address: careers@volatushealth.com. Your application will be critical in demonstrating your understanding of both the technical requirements and the company's mission to improve reproductive health through innovative technology.

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