Job Title: Backend Software Engineer

Company Name: Airvet

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/p0k8mteunm9c8us2

Job Description: Posted 3w agoBackend Software Engineer@ AirvetView All JobsWebsiteUnited StatesRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Design backend, Build services, Maintain APIsRequirements Summary:3+ years software engineering; strong Go; PostgreSQL; Redis; REST APIs; Docker; AWS; testing.Technical Tools Mentioned:Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker, AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, OpenAPI, GitHub Actions
About Airvet:Founded in 2018, Airvet provides 24/7 access to video visits and chats with thousands of licensed veterinarians and pet care providers, delivered as a highly valued employee benefit to companies like Adobe, Manulife, Freshpet, Dayforce, and Coke Northeast.Airvet is the #1 rated pet telemedicine app in the App Store, with over 7,300 reviews and a 4.9/5 star rating. To date, Airvet has helped 250,000+ pet families in the United States and Canada.Read more about Airvet in the news:Profile: Brandon Werber, Founder & CEO at AirvetAirvet receives 90+ NPS from employer clients for the second year in a rowEBN: How telehealth is saving this employee thousands in vet billsABOUT THE ROLE:We're looking for a Backend Software Engineer to join our engineering team and take ownership of our core Go backend. You'll work within our repo — building features, improving reliability, and helping scale the systems that power millions of pet care interactions.This is primarily a backend role, but you'll have the option to contribute across the stack. Depending on your interests and strengths, you may also help with infrastructure (Terraform, Kubernetes, AWS) or our web applications (Next.js, TypeScript).WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:Design, build, and maintain Go backend services that power the Airvet platformWork with PostgreSQL (including PostGIS for geospatial features) and RedisBuild and consume REST APIs with OpenAPI/Swagger documentationIntegrate with third-party services like Stripe, Twilio, Firebase, and AWSWrite well-tested code using Go's testing tools, Ginkgo/Gomega, and integration tests with Dockertest/TestcontainersContribute to observability with DataDog, Prometheus metrics and OpenTelemetry instrumentationParticipate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and on-call rotationsOptionally contribute to infrastructure (Terraform, EKS, Kustomize) or web frontends (Next.js, TypeScript, React) WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A STRONG FIT FOR THE ROLE?Strong proficiency in Go — you've built and shipped production servicesExperience with PostgreSQL and relational database design (migrations, query optimization, indexing)Familiarity with REST API designExperience with Docker and containerized development workflowsComfort working with async processing (message queues, background workers)Experience with AWS services (any of: SQS, S3, RDS, EKS, SES)Solid understanding of testing practices — unit, integration, and end-to-endClear communication skills and a collaborative mindset Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)3+ years of professional software engineering experience Nice to HaveExperience with Kubernetes (EKS) and TerraformFamiliarity with Next.js, TypeScript, or modern frontend frameworksExperience with Firebase Auth or federated authentication systemsExposure to real-time communication systems (WebSockets, SSE, video/audio)Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions)Background in healthtech, veterinary, or marketplace platformsOur Technical StackLayerTechnologiesBackendGo, REST/OpenAPIDataPostgreSQL (PostGIS), Redis, Goose migrationsCloudAWS (EKS, RDS, SQS, S3, SES, ECR, KMS), GCP (Firebase)InfraTerraform, Kubernetes, Kustomize, Docker, GitHub ActionsObservabilityPrometheus, OpenTelemetry, Zap loggingWebNext.js, TypeScript, React, MUIIntegrationsStripe, Twilio, Firebase, OpenAI, BrazeWhy AirvetRemote-first — work from anywhere in the US (bonus points if you're in the Orange County area for occasional team lunches)Real impact — your code directly helps pets get the care they needModern stack — Go, Kubernetes, Terraform — clean, well-structured codebaseSmall team, big ownership — you won't be writing tickets for months before shipping COMPENSATION/PERKSCompetitive salary and commission structureStock optionsMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage, including DependentsFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsTelemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Life and AD&D policiesUnlimited Discretionary Time off,  paid holidays, and a flexible time off approachLos Angeles-based and Remote Work team401K Retirement Plan through Human Interest (Employee contribution - Not matched currently)Pet-friendly, of course!  Access to Airvet as a benefitMonthly stipend for work-from-homeAnnual Educational reimbursement programClosing Statement:Airvet is dedicated to working with the highest-skilled people from the most inclusive talent pool feasible. We maintain that diversity in all aspects leads to positive change, solutions, and innovation for our customers' and employees' career fulfillment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.