Senior Software Engineer
Summary
Synthpop is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to build scalable Python-based backend infrastructure and AI agents that automate administrative healthcare tasks. The role involves optimizing LLM inference and ensuring secure, high-performance service delivery in a hybrid, San Francisco-based environment.
About Synthpop:
At Synthpop, we're rebuilding the reality of what patient care can be. We believe every patient deserves a journey that is unexpectedly simple, effective, and attentive. We tackle complex administrative tasks such as referral processing and insurance verification, helping to lower costs, reduce errors, and ensure patients receive the coverage they need.
Backed by decades of healthcare and tech experience, our team knows how to build scalable, reliable products for manufacturers, suppliers, and software solutions. By seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure, our platform leverages AI agents, smart workflows, and adaptive communication strategies to ensure no patient falls through the cracks. If you're passionate about transforming healthcare operations and creating meaningful outcomes for patients, we'd love to have you join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop cutting edge python software for the healthcare market.
Create infrastructure to support the use of Large Language Model inference to solve back-office tasks for healthcare providers.
Be instrumental in optimizing these codebases to enable them to run in large-scale deployments.
Safeguard private healthcare information by creating secure, attack resistant services and APIs.
Design and architect scalable and efficient software solutions.
Research and evaluate new technologies and tools to improve development processes.
Participate in Agile activities such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings.
Requirements:
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field and two years of experience, including:
Software development with a focus on backend engineering.
Designing and implementing scalable solutions in Python
Using Kubernetes, Containers, CI/CD, AI Model APIs, Agile Methodologies, AWS, Azure,
Google Cloud services and GitHub.
Maintenance and enhancement of inherited code with best coding practices.
Work Environment & Lifestyle:
Hybrid Role: This position is primarily remote, but you’ll be expected to meet with the team once a week in San Francisco. Outside of these weekly in-person sessions, you’ll have the flexibility and autonomy to work from home.
Travel: You can expect about 25% travel to client sites, team gatherings, or industry events.
Schedule: Our standard hours are 9 AM – 6 PM, M-F. As a growing startup, we value adaptability; occasionally, this may mean adjusting your schedule to meet pressing deadlines or client needs.
Physical Requirements & Accommodations: In this role you’ll spend your time working at a computer, sitting for extended periods. Because this role involves some travel, you may also be seated for a while when traveling and could need to carry luggage or navigate airports and various offices. We’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to support team members of all abilities.
Compensation
Base compensation: $165,000 - $205,000 per year
Equity: Competitive early-stage equity.
Benefits:
Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
FSA & HSA Programs: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance
Dependent Care: Employer contribution to Dependent Care FSA
Flexible Work: Flexible working arrangements and remote-first culture
Paid Time Off: Flexible PTO
Parental leave: Generous leave to support new parents
Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and growth
Why Synthpop?
At Synthpop, you’ll work alongside veteran startup entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals who have successfully built and scaled tech companies. You’ll be part of a passionate, mission-driven team that is transforming healthcare with cutting-edge AI technology. As a member of our fast-growing company, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape innovative products, see immediate impact, and grow your career rapidly.
Our individual team members act as an extension of one another. We have a culture of shared accountability and collective success. We foster a collaborative, high-energy environment where creative problem-solving and ownership are valued, making this the perfect place to advance your career.
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Name, Email, Resume
- Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field? yes / no
- Do you have at least two years of professional experience in software development with a focus on backend engineering? yes / no
- Do you have professional experience designing and implementing scalable solutions in Python? yes / no
- Which of the following have you used professionally? Select all that apply. choose any
- Do you have professional experience maintaining and enhancing inherited code using best coding practices? yes / no
- Please briefly describe your experience with backend software development, including designing and implementing scalable solutions in Python and maintaining or enhancing inherited codebases. written answer
- This position requires working in person with the team in San Francisco approximately once per week. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement, including relocating to within reasonable commuting distance of San Francisco if necessary? yes / no
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? yes / no
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship? yes / no