Lead Backend Engineer

Location/Onsite: Hybrid - Draper, UT

Our client seeks a Lead Backend Engineer in the health tech SaaS space to join their team supporting national health and human services initiatives. Are you a backend expert who thrives in high-scale, high-availability environments? Are you passionate about using technology to streamline complex systems and create a meaningful impact? Are you a Python pro who leads by example and loves solving real-world challenges with elegant code? If yes, this may be the perfect Lead Backend Engineer position for you. Keep scrolling to see what this company has to offer.

The Perks!

• Competitive compensation, $140,000-$180,000, based on experience
• 401(k) benefits
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Great PTO
• Opportunity to work on high-impact software used by millions

A Day in the Life of the Lead Backend Engineer

In this role, you'll lead backend development efforts for a fast-growing health tech company working to transform how government agencies serve communities. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, client engineers, and backend developers to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure systems that directly support health and human service programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive technical architecture decisions and backend strategy
• Lead backend code reviews and establish development best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scope, design, and deliver software
• Write high-quality, scalable Python code using Django and DRF
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend and infrastructure issues
• Guide and mentor other engineers and help vet new hires
• Meet with clients for technical input and support as needed
• Write and review technical design documents and task tickets
• Ensure backend systems are optimized for scalability, performance, and security

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 10+ years of backend engineering experience
• Expertise in Python, Django, and Django Rest Framework
• Strong leadership experience on software teams or technical projects
• Working experience in a regulated industry such as healthcare, finance, government, etc.
• Solid experience building on Amazon Web Services (AWS) with experience working in HIPAA and SOC-2 secure & compliant environments
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule in Utah

About the Hiring Company:

Our client is a mission-driven health tech company aiming to make the government the best-run organization in the world. Their cloud-based platform powers digital transformation for health and human services programs, serving over 5 million users. With a top-rated mobile app and a focus on outcomes-driven solutions, they’re redefining how public institutions serve people through innovative technology.

Come Join Our Engineering Team!

Start by filling out this 3-minute, mobile-friendly application here. We look forward to hearing from you!