Full Stack Engineer

We are seeking a talented Full Stack Engineer to join our Technology team. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance a suite of internal and external user-facing web applications that power Headwater Science’s clinical and data operations. You’ll work closely with engineering, product, and stakeholders to deliver intuitive, scalable, and performant user experiences that enable data-driven healthcare innovation., * Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications primarily built with React, TypeScript, and TailwindCSS (experience with D3.js is a plus), and Python FastAPI.

• Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and UX/UI designers to translate business requirements into functional, high-quality web solutions.
• Implement new features, optimize existing components, and resolve UI/UX bugs in a timely manner.
• Ensure responsive design, accessibility, and consistent cross-browser performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in JavaScript/TypeScript, with strong use of HTML and CSS (or CSS frameworks).
• Support and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, including testing, CI/CD, and code review practices.
• Develop and maintain automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright).
• Participate in code reviews, CI/CD pipelines (GitLab), and modern DevOps workflows (Docker, AWS, S3, CloudFront).
• Experience using AI coding assistants like Claude Code or Codex.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve applications including Headwater’s Platform Reporting application, a visualization tool used by epidemiologists and biostatisticians to report out scientific analyses to clients

• 3+ years of experience as a Frontend Engineer, UI Engineer, or Full Stack Engineer with a frontend focus.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Expertise in at least one major frontend framework (Angular or React).
• Solid command of HTML and CSS, including responsive design and layout techniques.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and CI/CD processes.
• Experience integrating APIs and visualizing complex data.
• Familiarity with component-based architectures and state management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on complex features.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Nice to Have

• Experience with CSS frameworks such as Sass, Tailwind, or Nebular.
• Exposure to data visualization tools like Sigma, Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, Looker, or Sisense.
• Ability to explore backend services or APIs when needed to troubleshoot or integrate new features.
• Background in healthcare, life sciences, or data-focused applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Pulled from the full job description

• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, What We Offer
• Hybrid work environment - 3 days onsite per week.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and company holidays.
• Paid parental leave.

If you are ready to be part of a team where your work truly matters-where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape the future of healthcare-Headwater Science is the place for you. We’re building something meaningful together, and we’d love for you to be a part of it.