Full Stack Developer

At Tend, we're redefining the dental experience—bringing together top-tier care, thoughtfully designed studios, and smart technology to make going to the dentist something you look forward to. We believe dental health is an essential part of whole-person wellness, and we're building the tech to power that vision.

We're looking for a Full Stack Developer who's excited to build scalable systems, shape the architecture of our platforms, and craft tools that transform how patients engage with care.

This role is based in Nashville, TN, with the expectation to work in-office 1–2 times per month for team collaboration and onsite alignment.

What You'll Do:

• Build responsive, user-friendly web applications using modern frameworks like React and Next.js
• Design and maintain robust backend services using Node.js, Python, and PostgreSQL
• Work closely withOperations team and other stakeholders to develop thoughtful solutions that support both patients and internal users
• Contribute to the full product lifecycle—from ideation and design to implementation and rollout
• Integrate with third-party platforms and APIs (e.g., Salesforce, payment systems)
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code that aligns with team standards
• Troubleshoot, debug, and continuously improve platform performance and reliability
• Collaborate in an agile environment with regular code reviews and shared ownership

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of experience as a full stack engineer in a modern tech stack
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, React, and Node.js
• Experience with backend development and relational databases like PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with API design, authentication, and cloud environments such as AWS
• Strong understanding of performance, security, and responsive design principles
• Comfort working in fast-paced, collaborative, and product-focused teams
• Passion for clean code, elegant solutions, and continuous learning
• Located in Nashville, TN, with the ability to be onsite 1–2 times per month

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with Next.js, AWS Lambda, or Serverless frameworks
• Experience building mobile applications using React Native and/or native iOS (Swift/Objective-C) frameworks
• Exposure to healthtech, e-commerce, or multi-location service models
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance or secure data handling practices
• Familiarity with tools like Salesforce, Heroku, or Docker
• Contributions to open-source projects or personal technical portfolio

What We Offer:

We believe taking care of people starts with taking care of our own. Here's how we've got you covered at Tend:

Health Comes First - We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance — plus a Dental Wellness Program to keep your smile as sharp as your skills.

Plan for the Future - Our 401(k) comes with a company match, because your future matters just as much as your now.

Support, When You Need It - Life & AD&D insurance, health advocacy, legal support, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — all designed to have your back when life gets real.

️ Smart Spending Options - We've got Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and pre-tax transit/parking benefits to make your dollars go further.

Time to Recharge - Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays — because rest is productive.

Bonus Eligible - This role includes annual bonus potential based on both company performance and your individual impact.

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