Principal Software Engineer

Join Joyous in our mission to revolutionize mental health care. As pioneers, we leverage very low dose (VLD) ketamine, AI-powered treatments, and advanced technologies to make mental health care effective, accessible, and affordable. With a team of nearly 120 professionals, we've transformed over 60,000 lives, leading a mental wellness revolution for a future where everyone can thrive. Working with us offers more than a job; it's a chance to be part of a life-saving mission that promotes health and compassion worldwide. You'll push mental health care boundaries with AI innovations, contributing to meaningful change and experiencing significant professional growth. At Joyous, we're creating lasting impacts, one life at a time.

The Role:

We're in search of a Principal Engineer to spearhead the technical architecture and development of our platform. In this role, you'll work directly with our CTO to lead our engineering team, driving the creation of our platform from the ground up, managing the integration of third-party platforms, and ensuring scalability to meet increasing demand. As Principal Engineer you will dive into projects that harness the power of AI to predict treatment outcomes, personalize patient care plans, and engage users in unprecedented ways. It's a chance to flex your creative muscles, develop innovative solutions, and see the real-world impact of your work. 

Our Technology:

We leverage a cutting-edge tech stack, including AI, cloud infrastructure, Node.js, and real-time analytics, to deliver personalized, effective treatment plans for mental health conditions. Our work combines medication with digital modalities, creating a holistic approach to mental health care that's both innovative and impactful. Our commitment to innovation means you'll always be working with the latest technologies and methodologies, from machine learning models and NLP to cloud computing and real-time data analytics.

Location:

• This will be a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Foster City, CA

Responsibilities:

• Design, code, test, and support the patient portal which you will build from the ground up. This portal will be a key component of our health service offering.
• Work collaboratively with our team to integrate our 3rd party platforms in-house.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Create and maintain system architectures, ensuring robust, scalable, and efficient design.
• Handle complex problems from design to execution, creating intuitive, scalable, and reliable user experiences.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies or trends that could impact the web experience.
• Contribute to the entirety of your team's product development process, with a commitment to high-quality, stable, and reliable releases.
• Assist in troubleshooting, software updates, and maintenance of existing systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality code standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience, with a focus on full-stack development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Node.js, React.js, and related technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in building and scaling consumer-facing products within a startup environment.
• Strong understanding of systems and architecture with a track record of building scalable applications from scratch.
• Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices for the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and CI/CD
• Impact:
• Your technical leadership will drive the successful development and scalability of our platform, enabling us to deliver innovative solutions to our patients.
• You'll play a critical role in shaping the technical direction of our company and ensuring our platform remains competitive in the healthcare industry.

Growth and Development: 

As our engineering team expands, so do the opportunities for our staff. 

• We're committed to professional growth, offering access to training, workshops, and conferences to keep you at the forefront of technological advancements. 
• Mentorship and leadership development are part of our DNA, allowing you to learn from the best and eventually lead projects or mentor others.
• You'll be at the forefront of developing and scaling digital health solutions that make a real difference in people's lives. Whether it's building new products from t