About Headway
Connecting clients to therapists who accept insurance
Key Highlights
- Facilitates over 600,000 appointments monthly
- Backed by $327M in funding from Accel and Google Ventures
- Operates in 16 states and the District of Columbia
- Headquartered in Tribeca, New York, with 1001+ employees
Headway is a mental healthcare marketplace that connects clients with therapists who accept insurance, addressing the accessibility and affordability of mental health services. With over 600,000 appointments facilitated each month, Headway operates across 16 states and the District of Columbia, back...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and flexible remote work arrangements, fostering a supportive work-life b...
🌟 Culture
Headway's culture is centered around making mental healthcare accessible and affordable, with a strong focus on innovation and community impact. The c...
Overview
Headway is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to help build a new mental health care system. You'll work on technology that connects patients with therapists and improves access to care. This position requires significant backend engineering experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering, with experience in building scalable systems that can handle complex data interactions. You understand the importance of writing clean, maintainable code and are passionate about using technology to make a positive impact on mental health care. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.
You are familiar with various backend technologies and frameworks, and you have a solid understanding of API design and implementation. Your experience includes working with databases and optimizing performance to ensure that applications run smoothly and efficiently. You are committed to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends and best practices.
What you'll do
As a Senior Backend Engineer at Headway, you will play a crucial role in developing the technology that powers our mental health care platform. You will design and implement backend services that support our mission of making therapy accessible to everyone. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with product managers and frontend engineers to create seamless user experiences, as well as ensuring that our systems are robust and scalable.
You will also be involved in code reviews and mentoring junior engineers, helping to foster a culture of learning and growth within the engineering team. Your contributions will directly impact the way therapists and patients interact with our platform, making it easier for them to connect and access the care they need.
What we offer
At Headway, we believe in the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to support our employees. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration and innovation. We provide opportunities for professional development and encourage you to take ownership of your projects. Join us in our mission to transform mental health care and make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
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