Description:

Foodsmart is a leading telenutrition and foodcare solution that aims to foster healthier food choices and deliver long-term health outcomes.
The company serves 2.2 million members through a personalized digital platform that integrates dietary assessments, nutrition counseling, online food ordering, and meal planning.
Foodsmart partners with retailers across the U.S. to make healthier food more accessible, including assistance with SNAP enrollment and management.
The mission is to make nutritious food accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of economic status.
As a Senior Back-End Engineer, you will develop and maintain backend systems for the Foodsmart web application, collaborating with front-end engineers and the product team.
Responsibilities include creating databases, formulating data processing algorithms, merging systems, debugging issues, and optimizing system performance.
You will stay informed about emerging technologies to enhance backend development.

Requirements:

You must have a strong understanding of software engineering principles, algorithms, and data structures.
Proficiency in backend development tools and server architecture is required.
Familiarity with database design principles and management systems like SQL or NoSQL is essential.
Experience with code versioning tools, such as Git, is necessary.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a disciplined approach to testing and quality assurance are required.
You should be adept at managing server-side performance and ensuring system scalability.
Effective communication of technical concepts to team members and stakeholders is crucial.
A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in backend development using languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, or Node.js is required.
Proficient knowledge of RESTful APIs and experience in designing and implementing them is necessary.
Strong command of SQL databases, including MySQL or PostgreSQL, and experience with non-relational databases like DynamoDB is required.
Extensive experience with AWS services such as Lambda, SQS, RDS, and EC2 is necessary.
Experience with low-code development platforms like Retool and exposure to Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
A BS or MS in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Foodsmart is a remote-first company offering unlimited PTO and flexible remote locations.
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, is provided.
Employees have access to a 401k plan, bonuses, and stock options.
Wellness reimbursement is available to support employee health.
Registered Dietitian services are offered as part of the benefits package.