Senior Backend Software Engineer | CARE - job 1 of 2

In the role of Senior Backend Software Engineer at Wellhub, your main responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to build AI-powered solutions, designing and developing secure APIs for various integrations, and participating actively in code reviews. You'll also be expected to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical colleagues and assist in troubleshooting production issues.

To apply for the Senior Backend Software Engineer position at Wellhub, you should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. Strong programming skills in languages like Python, Go, or Java are essential, along with experience in SQL/NoSQL technologies. Familiarity with API development, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for learning new technologies are also required.

Wellhub prioritizes employee wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and life insurance, along with flexible work arrangements. Employees can access onsite gyms, digital wellness programs, and a variety of paid time off options, fostering a balanced work-life dynamic that supports personal health and wellness.

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer at Wellhub, you’ll engage with a variety of cutting-edge technologies, particularly in the AI space. Your work will involve generative AI techniques, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and developing data pipelines. You'll also work with different programming languages and DBMS technologies, such as OpenSearch and PostgreSQL.

The company culture at Wellhub promotes diversity, equity, and belonging, fostering a supportive environment where everyone feels included and empowered. Employees work collaboratively in a high-growth setting with ambitious people from around the world, reflecting Wellhub's commitment to trust, flexibility, and employee development.

In your response, outline specific APIs you’ve developed, which technologies you used (such as REST or GraphQL), how you ensured security and scalability, and any challenges faced during the process, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your systematic approach to incident resolution, such as identifying the problem, gathering logs, collaborating with team members, and implementing a fix while prioritizing downtime reduction. Share any specific incidents to illustrate your process.

Highlight your language proficiencies relevant to Wellhub's needs, explaining your preference for each based on its applications, ease of use, and the projects you have successfully completed using them, emphasizing your adaptability.

Provide a specific example where you translated complex technical ideas into simple terms, focusing on how you engaged the audience and ensured they understood the key points without overwhelming them with jargon.

Mention your methods for keeping up-to-date, such as subscribing to relevant tech blogs, participating in online courses, or attending conferences, and how you apply new knowledge or trends to your work at Wellhub.

Express your alignment with Wellhub's mission around wellbeing and how your skills can contribute to this vision. Share any personal connection to wellness initiatives to convey genuine interest in the role.

Discuss your methods for prioritizing tasks, using tools for project management, or the techniques you use to maintain productivity, such as time blocking, to ensure you meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Explain your practices for maintaining code quality, such as implementing code reviews, writing automated tests, and using linting tools, and how these practices align with Wellhub's commitment to secure and performant APIs.

Illustrate a specific project where you navigated an undefined scope, detailing how you established clear objectives, facilitated discussions with stakeholders, and adapted as necessary to ensure project success.

Discuss your experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, mentioning specific use cases where you found one more suited than the other. Highlight the importance of choosing the right technology for project needs.