Junior Backend Engineer

Bask Health

. Build, test, and maintain backend features supporting Bask's telehealth platform.

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in backend application development using TypeScript and Node.js, with a solid understanding of SQL databases and API integration. Capable of writing clean, maintainable code and collaborating effectively within a team environment.

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TypeScript DevelopmentNode.js Application DevelopmentSQL Database ManagementAPI DevelopmentAWS Serverless Architecture

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Hard Skills

JavaScriptBackend Application DevelopmentREST APIsDatabase QueriesDebuggingAutomated TestingAsynchronous ProgrammingVersion Control (Git)Data StructuresSoftware Design Principles

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailCuriosityCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSSSTPostgreSQLMySQLCursorClaude CodeCI/CD PipelinesGitHub ActionsPrismaDrizzle

Industry Keywords

TelehealthHealthcare TechnologySaaS PlatformsE-Commerce Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGraphQLJavaScriptMySQLNext.jsNode.jsPostgresReactSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, test, and maintain backend features supporting Bask's telehealth platform.
Develop APIs, backend services, and application logic using TypeScript and Node.js.
Work with SQL databases to retrieve, update, and organize application data.
Help implement functionality supporting patient records, clinical workflows, pharmacy operations, and merchant tools.
Build and maintain integrations between internal services and third-party APIs.
Work with senior engineers to understand technical requirements and implement backend solutions.
Learn and contribute to serverless applications built using AWS and SST.
Assist with background jobs, asynchronous processing, and event-driven workflows.
Write clean, readable, maintainable code following established engineering practices.
Create automated tests to verify backend functionality and help prevent regressions.
Debug application issues, investigate errors, and contribute to resolving production problems.
Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from other engineers.
Collaborate with frontend engineers to ensure APIs and backend services support product requirements.
Work with product managers and engineers to break requirements into manageable development tasks.
Help maintain database schemas, application models, and API documentation.
Follow security practices when working with sensitive patient and customer information.
Use AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor and Claude Code for coding, debugging, testing, and learning while validating generated code.
Assist with monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting backend services.
Improve existing code, reduce technical debt, and simplify development workflows.
Take ownership of smaller features from implementation through testing and deployment.
Evaluate technical tradeoffs and make sound engineering decisions.
Participate in team discussions, share ideas, and ask questions when requirements are unclear.
Continue developing understanding of backend architecture, cloud infrastructure, databases, and production software systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

0–2 years of professional software engineering experience, or equivalent hands-on experience through internships, freelance work, bootcamps, personal projects, or open-source contributions.
Working knowledge of JavaScript or TypeScript.
Familiarity with Node.js and backend application development.
Experience building or contributing to an API, backend service, or server-side application.
Basic understanding of SQL databases, relational data models, and database queries.
Understanding of programming fundamentals, data structures, and basic software design principles.
Familiarity with REST APIs or similar API technologies.
Basic understanding of how web applications communicate with backend services and databases.
Experience using Git or another version control system.
Ability to write readable, organized code and explain how it works.
Familiarity with debugging, testing, and resolving programming issues.
Willingness to learn cloud infrastructure, serverless development, and production deployment practices.
Interest in using AI-assisted development tools while understanding and validating the code they produce.
Ability to work on assigned development tasks, ask questions, and incorporate feedback.
Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and attention to detail.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with engineers, product managers, and other team members.
Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment and learning unfamiliar technologies.
No previous healthcare industry experience required.
Nice to Have: Internship or professional experience developing backend applications with TypeScript or Node.js.
Nice to Have: Experience building and deploying personal projects or small production applications.
Nice to Have: Familiarity with AWS, SST, or other cloud infrastructure.
Nice to Have: Exposure to AWS Lambda, SQS, EventBridge, or serverless application development.
Nice to Have: Experience using PostgreSQL, MySQL, or another relational database.
Nice to Have: Familiarity with Prisma, Drizzle, or other ORM tools.
Nice to Have: Experience with tRPC, GraphQL, or modern API frameworks.
Nice to Have: Familiarity with React, Next.js, or full-stack TypeScript applications.
Nice to Have: Experience writing automated unit or integration tests.
Nice to Have: Familiarity with authentication, authorization, and basic application security.
Nice to Have: Experience integrating third-party APIs or processing webhooks.
Nice to Have: Understanding of asynchronous programming, background jobs, or message queues.
Nice to Have: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, or automated deployments.
Nice to Have: Experience contributing to open-source projects or maintaining a technical portfolio.
Nice to Have: Interest in healthcare technology, SaaS platforms, or e-commerce systems.
Nice to Have: Experience using Cursor, Claude Code, or similar AI-assisted development tools.
Nice to Have: Experience working on a team-based software project with code reviews and shared repositories.