Staff Software Engineer Backend | Clients Growth Team

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GET TO KNOW US

We are hiring a Staff Software Engineer, Backend, in our CIA Growth Team area in Brazil! This is a Remote – Brazil position, meaning you can work from anywhere within the country. Please note that this role is only open to candidates in Brazil.

We are hiring a Backend Staff Software Engineer at the CIA (Client Innovation Area) Focus Area, we build the platform where all organizations can implement and manage their wellbeing strategy, helping to make every company a Wellness company, while generating a positive impact on their business. We focus on accelerating Wellhub’s growth by enhancing our subscribers’ and clients’ journey and expanding access to wellbeing experiences.

Our team is composed of three multidisciplinary squads: Subscription Boosters, Commercial Conditions Experience(CCXP), and Wellbeing Access. Each with talented TLs, UX designers, and frontend/backend engineers.

In this role, you will support the entire Growth vertical, driving architecture decisions that influence the broader ecosystem and supporting the development of critical initiatives with direct impact on the company goals. You will tackle complex challenges related to system scalability, performance, and resilience, shaping the architecture that powers millions of users worldwide.

Our team focuses on delivering highly scalable and reliable solutions, capable of handling large volumes of data while ensuring high availability and optimal performance.

This is a strategic position with high visibility and business impact. You will contribute directly to one of Wellhub’s most important tools from invitation to signup, which is a primary driver of new subscriptions and revenue.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to influence product direction, work across multiple squads, and deliver solutions that drive measurable growth, this is the perfect role for you.

YOUR IMPACT

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve services focusing on performance, scalability, and resilience;
• Build Integration among services and tools;
• Support existing systems looking to enhance functionality, increase scale, and transform in new ways to meet our product demands;
• Work in a collaborative and agile environment that prioritizes people over process and is laser-focused on productivity;
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and edge cases on a global scale.
• Account for systems reliability, scalability, SLA and SLO.
• Live the mission: inspire and empower others by genuinely caring for your own wellbeing and your colleagues. Bring wellbeing to the forefront of work, and create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable taking care of themselves, taking time off, and finding work-life wellness.

WHO YOU ARE

• You're an experienced backend engineer skilled in architecting large-scale multi-tier web applications with high availability and scalability.
• You're skilled in one or more programming languages, such as Go, Java, Kotlin, Scala, Python, etc., with an in-depth knowledge of Golang being a valuable plus.
• You have extensive experience in designing and developing complex modern web applications.
• You have prior work experience with cloud-based architectures, specifically AWS and GCP.
• You have experience in developing RESTful web services, working closely with front-end teams to create mocks, define payloads, and follow HTTP best practices.
• Experience dealing with event-driven architectures and message brokers such as RabbitMQ, KAFKA , ActiveMQ, etc and a in depth understanding of their use cases and pitfalls
• You have experience applying computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.
• You have an extensive background in working with SQL/NoSQL technologies, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and DynamoDB, and possess a deep understanding of their everyday use cases and performance pitfalls.
• You have exceptional communication skills that enable you to work effectively with diverse teams located across different countries.
• You have advanced English skills and can clearly articulate ideas when speaking to groups in English.
• You have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent professional experience;
• You have experience developing customer-facing products and collaborating closely with product teams to deliver user value.

We recognize that individuals approach job applications differently. We strongly encourage all aspiring applicants to go for it, even if they don't match the job description 100%. We welcome your application and will be delighted to explore if you could be a great fit for our team. For this specific role, please note that prior experience in Cloud-based solutions and high-volume applicationsns are mandatory requirements.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

With thoughtful benefits, emotional wellbeing resources, and a culture that empowers you to take ownership of your role and your wellbeing, we create an environment where you can thrive in all dimensions of your life.

Our flexible benefits program allows you to customize some of the benefits, according to your needs!

Our benefits include:

WELLHUB: Free Gold+ membership with access to onsite gyms and studios, digital fitness programs, and online wellness resources for meditation, nutrition, mental wellbeing support, and more! Add up to three family members to your plan, ensuring access to wellness for those who matter most to you.

WELLZ: A complete emotional wellbeing program with a unique approach. It offers personalized journeys that combine individual therapy sessions (52 per year) and on-demand content.

HEALTHCARE: Health, dental, and life insurance.

FLEXIBLE WORK: As a Flexible First company, we offer hybrid and remote options to give you the freedom to work in a way that suits you. The model for this specific role can be discussed with your recruiter and hiring manager. When you join, use our home office reimbursement to set up your home office.

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE: Flexibility for us isn’t just about where we work—it also means being able to shape how and when we get things done. Together with their leaders, employees define schedules that align with their time zones, team needs, and personal routines.

PAID TIME OFF: It’s important to take time away from work to recharge. Employees receive vacations after 6 months and additional 3 days off per year + 1 day off for each year of tenure (up to 5 additional days) + an extra holiday for your birthday!

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Welcoming a new child is one of the most special moments in your life. Take the time to be present and enjoy your growing family. We offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents. Parents giving birth are eligible for an extended leave and a ramp-back period to return part-time while they get settled.

CAREER GROWTH: Access world-class platforms, participate in interactive sessions, build your personalized development roadmap, and explore internal opportunities. We focus on continuous learning and feedback to support your journey toward personal and professional success.

CULTURE: You’ll join a team of passionate people who come together to break boundaries, support each other, and create a meaningful impact in workplace wellness. We win together, building trust through open communication and a culture where every perspective matters. Learn more about our shared culture and values here.

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Diversity, Equity, and Belonging at Wellhub

We aim to create a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive space where everyone knows they belong.

Wellhub is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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