Senior Software Engineer (Founding/Second Engineer)

Senior Software Engineer (Founding / Second Engineer)

About RxPost

At RxPost, our mission is to empower independent pharmacies and revolutionize the pharmacy industry from the ground up. We believe that behind every thriving pharmacy is a dedicated team focused on improving patient well-being, streamlining operations, and building community trust. We’re a mission-driven, pre-seed startup looking to expand our founding engineering team with an experienced Senior Full-Stack/Backend Engineer who is ready to shape our product, culture, and future success.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: As one of our first engineering hires, you’ll have a profound influence on the product roadmap, technical architecture, and overall company direction.
• Growth: We foster a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and open feedback. You’ll have ample opportunities to grow your technical, leadership, and product-thinking skills.
• Flexibility: Fully remote role with quarterly onsite meetups. You’ll have the freedom of remote work paired with essential in-person collaboration to build camaraderie and celebrate milestones.
• Mission-Driven Environment: Join a team committed to improving the efficiency and success of independent pharmacies and helping them better serve their communities.

What You’ll Do

• Database Design & Management: Architect, implement, and maintain reliable, scalable, and optimized database solutions (SQL-based, ideally PostgreSQL).
• Backend Systems Ownership: Design robust APIs and services that power our platform, ensuring high performance and reliability for pharmacy operations.
• Product Collaboration: Work closely with product and business stakeholders to identify core features and translate them into scalable backend solutions. Ask the right questions to fully understand requirements before diving into implementation.
• Startup Hustle: Embrace ambiguity and wear multiple hats. As an early-stage company, priorities can shift quickly—your adaptability and initiative will be key.
• Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship to other team members, ensure best practices, and help shape our engineering culture and standards.

Must-Have Qualifications

1. 3-5+ Years of Backend Experience: Proven track record designing and building backend systems at scale.
2. SQL & Database Expertise: Solid background in SQL (preferably experience in PostgreSQL) and strong fundamentals in database design, performance tuning, and data modeling.
3. Critical Thinking & Product Mindset: Ability to dissect complex business problems, propose logical solutions, and validate assumptions through insightful product questions.
4. Effective Communication: Known for asking great questions before jumping into solutions, clarifying requirements, and advocating for best practices.
5. U.S. Time Zone: Availability to collaborate within U.S. business hours and to attend quarterly onsite meetups.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

1. Full-Stack Skills: Experience with front-end frameworks (Next.JS) and/or serverless platforms (e.g., Supabase, React) is a plus.
2. Cloud Experience (AWS Preferred): Comfort working with major cloud providers, especially AWS.
3. Healthcare/Pharma Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with the nuances of healthcare compliance, pharmacy operations, or related regulations.
4. Startup Experience: History of working in early-stage startups, building side projects, or thriving in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
5. Healthcare Compliance: Understanding of HIPAA or other healthcare privacy and security standards.
6. Marketplace or Logistics Experience: Experience in building systems where users can interact with multiple items, transactions, or orders simultaneously (e.g., e-commerce, logistics, or similar).

Who You Are

• Curious & Growth-Oriented: You’re eager to learn, you embrace feedback, and you’re always looking to upskill.

• Driven & Entrepreneurial: A self-starter who can navigate ambiguity and push through obstacles without a rigid roadmap.

• Team Player: Great at communication, collaboration, and building strong relationships with cross-functional partners.

• Mission-Aligned: Excited about empowering independent pharmacies and improving patient care through innovative technology.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation + Equity: Opportunity to own a meaningful stake in the company you’re helping build.

• Remote-Friendly: Flexible work environment with quarterly in-person gatherings to stay connected and celebrate wins.

• Professional Development: Budget for learning resources, conferences, or courses that help you grow your skills.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a tight-knit team that values open communication, shared success, and a genuine passion for making a difference in healthcare.

How to Apply

If you're excited about joining a fast-growing, mission-driven startup and have the right experience, we want to hear from you!

Application Process Overview (Est. 1-2 weeks)

1. Submit Your Application: Apply with your resume and any relevant links below, including why you're a great fit for RxPost.
2. Resume Review: Our team will carefully review your qualifications and experience.
3. Initial Conversation: Quick call with a product/eng teammate to learn more about your background and answer any questions.
4. Technical Assessment: Demonstrate your skills through a practical evaluation relevant to the role.
5. Founder Interview: Deep dive into how you'll contribute to our mission and vision.
6. Offer: Join our team and help revolutionize the pharmacy industry!

• We look forward to building the future of neighborhood pharmacies together!