Headspace

Senior Software Engineer, Fullstack

United States

Headspace Logo
$122,400 – $195,500Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Health & Wellness, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess at least 3-4 years of hands-on software development experience, along with strong skills in API and (micro)service development, web application development, unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, CI/CD system experience, and a solid understanding of database management, object-oriented programming, and web application development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment are also required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer, Fullstack will design and develop high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems, write well-designed, testable, performant, and efficient code, contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle including collaborating with product stakeholders, writing tech specs & RFCs, and feature release and operations, build web apps and APIs primarily on Typescript/Node.js for our AWS-based services, produce specifications and determine operational feasibility, and work with product and engineering teams to release services that operate at our high scale.

Skills

API development
microservices
Web application development
Unit testing
Integration testing
End-to-end testing
CI/CD
Database management
Object-oriented programming
Typescript
Node.js

Headspace

Digital health platform for mindfulness and meditation

About Headspace

Headspace is a digital health platform focused on mindfulness and meditation, aimed at helping individuals improve their mental and physical well-being. The platform offers guided meditation sessions, daily mini-meditations, and exercises tailored for various needs such as sleep, stress, and anxiety. Users can access a limited selection of content for free, but a subscription to Headspace Plus unlocks the full range of services. This subscription model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also allows users to access comprehensive tools for mental health improvement. Headspace distinguishes itself from competitors by offering free access to its premium service for unemployed individuals, showcasing its commitment to supporting mental health during difficult times. The company's goal is to enhance the overall well-being of its users through accessible mindfulness practices.

Key Metrics

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$170.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited Vacation
Catered Lunch
Fully Paid Health Care
Competitive Salaries
Free gym membership

Risks

Increased competition from fitness apps with mental health features.
Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
Partnership with TikTok could expose Headspace to reputational risks.

Differentiation

Headspace offers a unique AI companion, Ebb, for personalized mental health support.
The platform provides free premium access to unemployed users, showcasing social responsibility.
Headspace's partnership with Uwill expands its reach into the higher education sector.

Upsides

Growing demand for digital mental health solutions boosts Headspace's user base.
Partnership with TikTok enhances visibility among younger demographics.
Fertility journey collection taps into a niche market, attracting new users.

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