This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Sirona Medical. We are currently looking for a Staff Backend Software Engineer in California (USA).

We are seeking a Staff Backend Software Engineer to design and implement high-performance, data-intensive applications that transform how medical professionals interact with patient imaging data. This role focuses on building scalable, reliable services and APIs while collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and data scientists. You will work in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment, contributing to solutions that optimize diagnostic workflows, improve patient outcomes, and support cutting-edge AI, NLP, and Computer Vision technologies. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative, technically challenging projects and has a proven track record in large-scale backend systems. This position is primarily remote within the U.S., with occasional travel to headquarters for strategic meetings.

Accountabilities

Design, implement, and maintain APIs and backend services to store, manage, and expose large volumes of radiology data
Collaborate with frontend, quality, and product teams to spec, write, test, and deploy code efficiently
Brainstorm and define features with product managers, designers, scientists, and GTM teams
Architect end-to-end solutions and contribute to quarterly roadmaps aligned with company goals
Mentor and train team members on coding standards, design techniques, and best practices
Conduct code reviews, pair programming, and contribute to strong testing practices to avoid regressions
Evaluate trade-offs between solutions based on cost, value, and business needs

Requirements

10+ years of professional experience in Python or a similar object-oriented language (Python3 preferred)
8+ years of experience designing APIs for large-scale applications
10+ years of database experience (SQL or NoSQL) and performance optimization
Proven ability to diagnose, prevent, and resolve large-scale performance and reliability issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including writing documentation and RFCs
Ability to make informed trade-offs between multiple technical solutions based on business needs
Bonus: experience with AWS, Django, Docker, Kubernetes, and general full-stack development

Benefits

Stock options and equity
Unlimited PTO
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid maternity and paternity leave
401(k) matching
Apple equipment
Sponsorship for conferences and continuing education
Dynamic startup environment with growth and learning opportunities
Chance to contribute to a meaningful, impactful mission in healthcare

Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 annually (U.S. base) + equity + benefits; flexible depending on experience and location.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.

📊 It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.

🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.

🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.

Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!