Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer 
Location: United States (Remote) – must be located within the United States

About This Opportunity

Purple Squirrel Enterprises  has been supporting startups and global firms through growth, change, and expansion for 19+ years. We provide flexible HR and recruiting solutions that allow leaders to focus on strategy while we handle people operations — and this search is no exception.

We are exclusively engaged by a high-growth health technology company  to help them identify and hire exceptional engineering talent for this role. We are embedded directly with their leadership team, have deep knowledge of the company, the culture, and what it takes to succeed here — and we will be your dedicated recruiting partner from first conversation through offer.

This is not a blind submission. When you apply, you are working with a team that knows this opportunity inside and out and will advocate for you every step of the way.

If this opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. We will be in touch promptly.

Applications submitted directly to our client will be redirected back to Purple Squirrel Enterprises. To be considered for this role, all candidates must apply through this posting.

About Our Client

Our client is a  mission-driven health technology company on a high-growth trajectory, building an integrated platform that helps care teams deliver safer, more consistent support to individuals with complex needs. Their work sits at the intersection of  software, operations, and human care — and the problems they are solving have real consequences for real people.

They serve a growing network of  specialized care providers across the United States, helping organizations replace fragmented, manual workflows with streamlined, technology-guided processes that reduce risk, improve compliance, and give care teams more confidence in their day-to-day work.

This is a  remote-first, early-stage company  with a lean, high-performing engineering team. They move fast, hold themselves to high standards, and are deeply committed to the mission that drives their work. If you are looking for a role where your contributions have direct, measurable impact — and where the work actually matters — this is worth your attention.

This company was built around a cause that is both personal and urgent. That authenticity shows in how they operate, who they hire, and what they build.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a  Senior Software Engineer  to join their team as a high-ownership, product-minded contributor. In this role, you will take end-to-end responsibility for key features and platform components within their full-stack ecosystem:  Ruby on Rails (backend), React (web) , and  Flutter (mobile).

They are looking for a pragmatic engineer who doesn't just implement tickets — but actively shapes the product experience by understanding user needs and engineering tradeoffs. You will own your work from architectural design through production deployment, ensuring the reliability and performance of systems that directly impact individual care.

If you thrive in high-growth, mission-driven environments and are energized by complex engineering challenges where reliability and usability truly matter, this role is for you.

What Success Looks Like

 

Timeframe	Focus	What You Will Have Accomplished
First 30 Days	Orient · Absorb · Contribute	• You have a working local development environment and have made your first meaningful code contribution to production
• You understand the core product, the users it serves, and the workflows it supports
• You have reviewed the existing codebase and begun forming a perspective on architecture, technical debt, and near-term priorities
• You are actively participating in engineering discussions and asking the right questions
First 60 Days	Own · Deliver · Connect	• You have taken full ownership of at least one feature or platform component — from design through deployment
• You have demonstrated product-minded thinking by surfacing gaps, edge cases, or user experience considerations that were not in the original spec
• You are operating with meaningful autonomy — moving work forward without waiting to be directed
• You have built strong working relationships with your engineering teammates and cross-functional partners
First 90 Days	Lead · Elevate · Influence	• You have delivered multiple features end-to-end and are recognized as a reliable, high-ownership contributor
• You have identified and addressed at least one meaningful area of technical debt or system fragility
• You are actively contributing to engineering culture — through code reviews, documentation, mentorship, or process improvements
• Leadership sees you as someone who makes the team better — not just someone who ships code

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain features across the full stack (Ruby on Rails, React, Flutter), taking end-to-end ownership from initial design through production deployment
• Act as a product-minded partner, translating complex user needs — often in early or ambiguous stages — into intuitive, technically sound solutions
• Operate with high autonomy, driving architectural decisions and navigating ambiguity to solve impactful engineering challenges
• Elevate the engineering culture by setting high standards, mentoring teammates, and simplifying processes to help the team move faster as they scale
• Proactively balance feature velocity with long-term system health  by identifying and addressing technical debt before it becomes a bottleneck
• Prioritize pragmatic simplicity, ensuring the team builds only what is necessary to validate assumptions and deliver value, while resisting complexity that hinders agility
• Ensure the reliability and performance of critical systems by taking ownership of production issues and implementing sustainable fixes

What We're Looking For

Required

 

• 5+ years  of software engineering experience with a proven track record of owning features from conception to production deployment
• Deep proficiency in Ruby on Rails — you understand the framework's nuances and know how to build, maintain, and scale robust backend systems
• Product-first mindset — you treat code as a tool to solve user problems; you are comfortable questioning requirements, identifying gaps in user stories, and advocating for the best technical solution
• Technical rigor — deep understanding of relational database design, query optimization, and architectural trade-offs; you prioritize maintainability and security (e.g., HIPAA/SOC 2 compliance) in every decision
• Strong communication skills — in a remote-first environment, your ability to document decisions and communicate asynchronously is as critical as your coding skills
• Adaptability — experience working in fast-paced startup environments where requirements evolve and ambiguity is the norm
• U.S. work authorization — our client is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time

Nice to Have

 

• Experience building software where  reliability is paramount (e.g., healthcare, fintech, or life-safety applications)
• Direct experience with the  frontend stack (React, Flutter)
• Hands-on experience with  AWS and modern DevOps practices.  Certifications will bolster your application.
• Experience with systems that interact with physical devices or operate in low-connectivity environments.

Compensation & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive, comprehensive package designed to support your well-being and long-term growth:

 

• Competitive base compensation : Target Base salary range of $140,000 – $160,000 (commensurate with experience) with a benefits package built to support your whole life. Final offer will reflect the depth and relevance of your background.
• 100% company-paid medical coverage (base plan) via a leading national carrier
• Dental & vision  coverage available
• 401(k)  retirement plan
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability  insurance
• 24/7 virtual primary care and mental health support at no additional cost
• Lifestyle Spending Account — monthly stipend for wellness, personal use, and company swag
• Birthday and work anniversary stipends
• Flexible PTO + company holidays
• Fully remote work environment
• Mission-driven work with real, measurable impact on vulnerable populations

The Interview Process

Our client respects your time and moves quickly. The process is designed to be efficient, transparent, and conversational — not a gauntlet. As your recruiting partner,  Purple Squirrel Enterprises will prepare you fully for every stage.

 

Stage	Format	Duration
1. Recruiter Screen (with PSE)	Logistics, compensation alignment, role fit, and mission overview	30 min
2. Role & Culture Fit Interview	A conversation with an Engineering team member covering your background, role expectations, and team values alignment	60 min
3. Practical Engineering Assessment	A collaborative, conversational problem-solving session focused on real-world scenarios and technical trade-offs (not a take-home or live coding test)	60 min
4. Product & Leadership Alignment	A deep dive with an Executive into your product intuition, cross-functional collaboration style, and engineering vision	45 min

Our client makes decisions fast. Purple Squirrel Enterprises will be with you every step of the way.

Why This Role — And Why Now

 

• Real problems, real stakes — you are building systems that directly affect the safety of people receiving care
• High-growth trajectory — this company is scaling rapidly, with significant expansion already underway
• True engineering ownership — this is not a ticket-execution role; you will influence architecture, product direction, and team standards
• High-trust, collaborative culture — small team, strong relationships, fast decisions, and leadership that is accessible and engaged
• Career growth — high visibility with leadership and a real opportunity to grow as the company scales
• Authentic mission — this company was built around a cause that matters, and that authenticity permeates everything they do

Working With Purple Squirrel Enterprises

We are exclusively engaged by this client — meaning we are not one of many agencies submitting resumes. We are their dedicated recruiting partner, embedded in their process, and we know this role inside and out.
Here is what that means for you as a candidate:

• You will have a dedicated PSE point of contact throughout the entire process
• We will advocate for you with the hiring team to make sure the role is mutually beneficial — not just pass along your resume
• We will prepare you for each interview stage so you can put your best foot forward
• We will provide honest, timely feedback at every step
• We will support you through offer negotiation to ensure the outcome is right for you and the company. 
• We know how to navigate complex hiring processes and get great candidates across the finish line

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. They welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.