About brighthush

At brighthush, we are redefining the future of health technology. Our mission is simple yet profound: to create a world where every individual has access to a seamless, compassionate, and data‑driven health experience. By harnessing cutting‑edge software, we empower patients, providers, and communities to make informed decisions, reduce complexity, and improve outcomes. Our culture is built on curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on quality and safety. If you’re passionate about building products that matter and thrive in a fast‑moving, purpose‑driven environment, brighthush is the place for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Staff Software Development Engineer to lead a dynamic, cross‑functional pod of approximately 20 engineers, UX designers, and product managers. In this role, you will own the end‑to‑end delivery of high‑impact customer reporting solutions, guiding teams through discovery, design, implementation, and continuous improvement. Your technical leadership will shape the architecture, coding standards, and delivery cadence for multiple pods, ensuring that every feature is built with scalability, performance, and user experience at its core.

Why This Role Matters

• Directly influence the health outcomes of millions by delivering reliable, insightful reporting tools.
• Drive architectural decisions that support a future‑proof, cloud‑native platform.
• Mentor and elevate a diverse group of engineers, fostering a culture of learning and ownership.
• Collaborate with product, design, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into elegant, testable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Mentorship – Lead, coach, and inspire a multi‑disciplinary pod, ensuring clear ownership, healthy code reviews, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Architectural Stewardship – Own the technical vision for customer reporting, defining reusable patterns, API contracts, and performance benchmarks across pods.
• Full‑Stack Development – Write production‑grade Java (Spring Boot/Spring MVC) and TypeScript (Angular 8+ or React) code, applying test‑driven development and continuous integration best practices.
• Agile Delivery – Facilitate sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives; translate business requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Proof‑of‑Concept & Feasibility – Lead rapid prototyping to validate new features, data pipelines, or third‑party integrations before committing to full development.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Partner with product managers, UX designers, data scientists, and business analysts to refine feature scope, prioritize backlog, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Quality & Performance – Champion code quality, automated testing, performance tuning, and security best practices across all layers of the stack.
• Continuous Learning – Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes that impact health data and reporting.

Essential Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise software delivery experience in large‑scale, distributed environments.
• 7+ years of hands‑on Java development, with deep expertise in Spring Boot and/or Spring MVC.
• 7+ years of front‑end development experience using Angular 8+ or React, with a strong grasp of component architecture and state management.
• Proven track record of leading agile teams, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and practicing test‑driven development (TDD).
• Strong debugging, performance optimization, and feature‑flagging skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud‑native architecture.
• Background in Platform as a Service (PaaS) or Software as a Service (SaaS) development.
• Familiarity with data‑centric services such as Kafka, Spark, or BigQuery.
• Knowledge of healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, GDPR).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Leadership – Ability to set architectural direction, enforce coding standards, and drive technical excellence.
• Strategic Thinking – Translate business objectives into scalable, maintainable solutions.
• Collaboration – Work seamlessly with cross‑functional teams, balancing technical depth with business priorities.
• Problem Solving – Diagnose complex issues, propose innovative solutions, and iterate quickly.
• Adaptability – Thrive in a fast‑changing environment, pivoting priorities while maintaining quality.
• Mentorship – Inspire growth in others through coaching, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

At brighthush, your career trajectory is as dynamic as the products you build. As a Staff Engineer, you will:

• Progress to a Principal or Distinguished Engineer role, influencing the entire organization’s technical strategy.
• Take on cross‑team initiatives, such as platform modernization or data‑science integration.
• Lead industry‑wide speaking engagements, webinars, and open‑source contributions.
• Participate in internal hackathons, innovation labs, and mentorship programs.
• Benefit from a generous learning budget for conferences, certifications, and advanced courses.

Work Environment & Culture

Our teams are built on trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to excellence. You’ll find:

• A hybrid work model that balances in‑office collaboration with flexible remote options.
• Inclusive hiring practices that celebrate diversity of thought, background, and experience.
• Regular “Tech Talks” and brown‑bag sessions where engineers share knowledge and best practices.
• Access to cutting‑edge tools, cloud credits, and a modern tech stack that keeps you at the forefront of innovation.
• A supportive environment that encourages experimentation, celebrates failures as learning opportunities, and rewards high performance.

Compensation & Benefits

While the base salary for this role ranges from $118,450 to $236,900 annually, the total compensation package at brighthush is designed to reward impact, expertise, and dedication.

• Competitive base salary aligned with market benchmarks.
• Performance‑based bonuses and short‑term incentive programs.
• Equity awards that allow you to share in the company’s long‑term success.
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health coverage.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible scheduling.
• 401(k) plan with company match and financial wellness resources.
• Wellness programs, on‑site fitness facilities, and wellness stipends.
• Continuous learning stipend and access to industry conferences.

How to Apply

Ready to shape the future of health technology? Submit your application through our careers portal. We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact qualified candidates promptly. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our recruiting team at careers@brighthush.com.

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. brighthush values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, heard, and empowered.

Thank you for considering a career with brighthush. We look forward to exploring how your expertise can help us deliver transformative health solutions to millions of people worldwide.