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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Virta Health - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,500.0 - $148,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), NoSQL, Operational Data Store, Open Access, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Backend, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pelbcc6m4x ## About the Role * 5-7 years of shipping backend code in a high quality production environment, with exposure to data centric systems * Experience building microservices in production * Experience with data and event-based architectures (API development, SQL/NoSQL datastores, messaging queues, etc.) * Experience with Golang * Experience with a cloud platform such as Google Cloud, AWS and/or Azure * Strong communication skills and a proven history of interfacing with business-level stakeholders, both technical and non-technical alike * Being a champion of long-term thinking and striving to make a business impact without sacrificing engineering quality Bonuses * Practical use of AI tools to accelerate development workflows or enhance data processes. * Light frontend skills for full-stack moments. * Exposure to healthcare, fintech, or other regulated domains where data integrity is paramount. Values-driven culture, * You have a strong sense of ownership and take initiative while empowering others to do the same * You prioritize positive impact over busy work * You have no ego and understand that everyone has something to bring to the table regardless of experience * You appreciate transparency and promote trust and empowerment through open access of information * You are evidence-based and prioritize data and science over seniority or dogma * You take risks and rapidly iterate ## Description As a Backend Engineer, you'll build reliable systems, improve data accuracy across member, client, and operational workflows, and automate processes that are critical to Virta's ability to deliver seamless care and transparent reporting. Your work will enable faster decision-making, reduce manual processes, and ensure our data is accurate, accessible, and ready to support both internal teams and external partners. We're also excited to find someone who brings an AI-augmented mindset, using modern tools and techniques to enhance development workflows and spot opportunities to embed AI into processes where it adds value. What You'll Do * Build and enhance scalable Golang microservices to power eligibility, coverage, billing, and client-facing systems. * Automate and streamline operational workflows, helping to reduce manual data handling and improve the accuracy and availability of member and client data. * Design and deliver self-service tools that allow finance, operations, and client teams to manage processes and configurations independently, reducing reliance on engineering. * Ensure member, client, and operational data is accurate, consistent, and traceable, supporting both internal decision-making and external reporting. * Work with data and AI teams to explore opportunities to apply AI to data validation, process automation, and anomaly detection. * Contribute to client-facing APIs that enable seamless data exchange between Virta and our customers. ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe)