Staff Backend Engineer

Calm is on a mission to support everyone on every step of their mental health journey. With the #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation as well as a growing library of digital, evidence-based mental health programs, Calm offers trusted support for individuals and organizations alike. Our flagship consumer app provides personalized content and activities to help users manage stress, improve sleep and live mindfully.

As a Staff Backend Engineer at Calm, you will be a critical member of the Engineering Team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend systems that power our mobile and web applications. Working closely with a team of engineers, designers, product managers, and customers, you'll ensure that our products are reliable, performant, and secure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Gathering requirements and defining technical specifications
• Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure backend systems
• Writing high-quality, well-documented code
• Ensuring high test coverage, including unit and integration tests
• Implementing monitoring for system failures and performance issues
• Collaborating with other teams for smooth development and deployment
• Staying up-to-date on the latest backend technologies and trends
• Developing, mentoring, and training software engineers

Required skills and experience:

• Proficiency in Javascript/Typescript, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform
• Expertise in AWS, GCP, GKE, or Azure
• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• REST API-based microservices design
• Strong focus on security
• Experience in fast-paced, agile environments
• Willingness to learn new technologies
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to provide accurate estimates and deliver on time
• Proficiency in writing unit and integration tests in a CI/CD environment

This role offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $260,000, along with equity, comprehensive benefits, 401k, and flexible time off. Join Calm and make a difference in people's mental health journey!