Twin Health

Technical Lead, Backend Engineer

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Digital Health, Healthcare TechnologyIndustries

Technical Lead

Salary: $190,000 - $210,000 annually

Location Type: Remote (US-based)

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Twin Health is seeking a Technical Lead to join our team and play a key role in shaping the next generation of deeper activity experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of backend engineering and device integrations, collaborating closely with backend, mobile, and AI engineers, as well as clinical teams, to build innovative solutions. Your work will empower members with personalized experiences that enhance engagement and support overall metabolic well-being.

About Twin Health

At Twin Health, we empower people to reverse, prevent, and improve chronic metabolic diseases. Twin Health invented The Whole Body Digital Twin™, a dynamic representation of each individual’s unique metabolism, built from thousands of data points collected daily via non-invasive sensors and self-reported preferences. The Whole Body Digital Twin delivers a new standard of care, empowering physicians and patients to make personalized data-driven decisions.

Our team is passionate, talented, and driven by our purpose to improve the health and happiness of our members. Our culture empowers each Twin to do what’s needed to create impact for our members, partners, and our company, and enjoy their experience at work. Twin Health was awarded Innovator of the Year by Employer Health Innovation Roundtable (EHIR) (out of 358 companies), named to the 2021 CB Insights Digital Health 150, and recognized by Built In's 2022 Best Places To Work Awards. Twin Health has the backing of leading venture capital funds including ICONIQ Growth, Sequoia, and Sofina, enabling us to scale services in the U.S. and globally and help solve the global chronic metabolic disease health crisis. We have recently announced broad and growing partnerships with premier employers, such as Blackstone and Berkshire Hathaway. We are building the company you always wished you worked for. Join us in revolutionizing healthcare and building the most impactful digital health company in the world!

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance backend microservices using Spring Boot, REST APIs, SQL databases, Elasticsearch, Message Queues, Docker, and more.
  • Implement event-driven architectures for seamless real-time communication across systems.
  • Write and maintain automated unit and integration tests to uphold code quality.
  • Integrate with third-party systems to expand capabilities.
  • Ensure reliability, security, and scalability in integrations, considering compliance requirements such as HIPAA.
  • Take on additional responsibilities as needed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a STEM-related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
  • Proficiency in Java, developing high-scale, production-ready applications.
  • Strong experience with SQL & NoSQL databases, distributed systems, and microservices architecture.
  • Strong understanding of API design and development, including RESTful services, authentication (OAuth, JWT), and third-party API integrations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Experience in healthcare, biosensors, or related fields is a plus but not required.
  • Experience or interest in prompt engineering and developing AI agents with Large Language Models (LLMs) is a plus.

Application Instructions

  • This remote opportunity is available to US based persons.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
  • We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to the competitive salary, Twin has an ambitious vision to empower people to live healthier and happier lives, and to achieve this purpose, we need the very best people to enhance our mission.

Skills

Backend Engineering
Device Integrations
Collaboration
Backend Development
Mobile Development
AI Integration
Clinical Data

Twin Health

Monitors and treats chronic metabolic diseases

About Twin Health

Twin Health focuses on addressing chronic metabolic diseases by targeting their root cause: damaged metabolism. The company operates in the healthcare and wellness market, specifically for individuals suffering from conditions like diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome. Twin Health uses its Whole Body Digital Twin technology, which combines sensors, artificial intelligence, and medical science to create a virtual model of the human body. This technology allows for real-time monitoring and analysis of a person's metabolic functions, enabling the creation of personalized treatment plans. Unlike its competitors, Twin Health emphasizes reversing and preventing these diseases through a subscription-based model that provides continuous support and updates. The goal of Twin Health is to effectively manage and reduce the prevalence of chronic metabolic diseases, improving the health of millions globally.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$227.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Company Equity
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from companies like Virta Health threatens Twin Health's market share.
Privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny challenge wearable technology data collection.
Economic downturn may impact consumer spending on health subscriptions, affecting revenue growth.

Differentiation

Twin Health's Whole Body Digital Twin offers real-time metabolic monitoring and personalized treatment.
The platform integrates AI, sensors, and medical science to reverse chronic diseases.
Twin Health targets root causes of metabolic diseases, unlike competitors focusing on symptoms.

Upsides

Growing digital twin market offers strong potential for Twin Health's technology.
Increasing trend in personalized medicine aligns with Twin Health's treatment approach.
AI-driven solutions adoption by healthcare providers enhances collaboration opportunities for Twin Health.

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