Senior Software Engineer, Backend

AT A GLANCE 

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a strong backend development background and a focus on AI technologies to join our dynamic team. including Go, Git/Github, AWS, CircleCI and Terraform. Proficiency in Go, Git/Github, AWS, CircleCI is essential, and experience with ML Ops and healthcare industry concepts is preferred.

Where You’ll be:

To prioritize togetherness, culture, and accountability, RVO Health operates on a hybrid in-office work schedule. We expect employees to work from our Minneapolis office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week. You are welcome to work remotely Mondays and Fridays if you wish.

11000 Optum Cir Eden Prairie, MN 55344

What You’ll Do 

• Backend Development: You will design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using Go, following idiomatic Go practices such as effective Go routines, proper error handling, and package organization. You will leverage AWS Lambda for serverless computing, creating functions that respond to events and automatically manage resources. You will also use Terraform to manage our infrastructure as code, ensuring our environments are reproducible, scalable, and maintainable.
• API Design: You will design and implement robust APIs using RESTful principles or GraphQL, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and easy to consume by our frontend team. You will also implement API Gateway for routing, throttling, and securing access to your services.
• Performance Optimization: You will ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. This includes optimizing your Go code for efficiency, managing database performance with AWS RDS or DynamoDB, and handling memory management in a serverless environment.
• Code Reviews: You will conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring high-quality code and providing constructive feedback to team members. This includes checking for idiomatic Go practices, ensuring adherence to SOLID principles, and promoting efficient algorithms.
• Collaboration: You will work closely with our frontend team and other stakeholders, ensuring seamless integration of backend services.

What We’re Looking For 

• Backend Expertise: Extensive experience in backend development, with a deep understanding of Go, AWS Lambda, Git/Github and Terraform. You should be comfortable with idiomatic Go practices, serverless computing, and managing infrastructure as code.
• Artificial Intelligence & Python: Familiarity with Python, AI technologies and ML Ops is a plus.
• API Design: Experience in designing and implementing robust APIs. You should understand RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and be familiar with AWS API Gateway.
• Performance Optimization: Experience in performance optimization. You should be familiar with profiling and optimizing Go code, managing database performance with AWS RDS or DynamoDB, and handling memory management in a serverless environment.
• Code Reviews: Experience in conducting thorough code reviews and providing constructive feedback. You should be familiar with clean code principles, SOLID principles, and efficient algorithms.
• Collaboration: Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with frontend developers and other stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Continuous Learning: A passion for continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest in backend technology.

Pursuant to various state Fair Pay Acts, below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company. The following benefits are provided by RVO Health, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Starting Salary: $120,000 - $165,000
  *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications and experience
• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Income Protection Plans
• Pet Services Plans
• Mental Health Support
• Wellness Coaching
• HSA - Health Savings Account
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Pass

Who We Are: 

Founded in 2022, RVO Health is a new healthcare platform of digital media brands, services and technologies focused on building relationships with people throughout their health & wellness journey. We meet people where they are in their personal health journeys and connect them with both the information and the care they need. RVO Health was created by joining teams from both Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health. Together we’re focused on delivering on our vision of a stronger and healthier world. 

RVO Health is comprised of Healthline Media (Healthline, Medical News Today, Psych Central, Greatist and Bezzy), Healthgrades, FindCare and PlateJoy; Optum Perks, Optum Store and the virtual coaching platforms Real Appeal, Wellness Coaching, and QuitForLife. 

We will use the remainder of 2022 to separate from Red Ventures and fully transition into the new entity. We will communicate fully and transparently along the way, honoring the culture, people, processes and spirit that got us to this point.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program. 

RVO Health is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at RVO Health is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@rvohealth.com.

We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.