Senior Backend Engineer

MyOme is a clinical whole genome analysis company helping individuals and families understand their risk for disease. As a leader in polygenic and AI-based integrative risk modeling, we combine genome sequencing with AI-driven analytics and clinical data to deliver a lifetime of clinically meaningful, actionable insights, from proactive risk assessment to rare disease diagnosis. Our laboratory is CLIA-certified and CAP-accredited, and we’re based in Menlo Park, California.

Our team brings together scientists, engineers, clinicians, and professionals across disciplines, united by a shared purpose: making genomic insight a routine part of everyday healthcare. We put patients first and hold ourselves to the scientific and clinical rigor that families and their clinicians depend on.

Joining MyOme means contributing your expertise to work that matters for patients and families. Whether you’re advancing our science and technology, supporting the clinicians and patients we serve, or strengthening our operations, you’ll help turn genomic discoveries into better care.

Position Overview:

MyOme is looking for an experienced and pragmatic individual to join our integrations and portals team. This position will help enable patients and healthcare providers order testing through the MyOme platform, delivering clarity and meaningful health insights from complex genetics results. The successful candidate will demonstrate first-hand knowledge of designing secure, well-architected applications, familiarity with healthcare systems and data, and have an eagerness to build value through fast prototyping and iteration.

What You'll Do:

Add functionality to backend systems to support enhancements of our customer-facing portals

Support partners through reusable and extensible feature builds

Develop robust APIs that are secure, well-documented, and easy to integrate

Debug and solve production issues across services and multiple levels of the stack

Leverage AI to assist with planning and implementing solutions

Contribute to the team through code reviews, design discussions, and planning future work

Collaborate effectively as part of a distributed team

Balance quick wins with long-term technical sustainability

What You'll Need:

6+ years of experience in backend or platform software development

2+ years of healthcare/biotech experience

Proficient in Python and Python-based frameworks (Django, FastAPI, Ninja)

Proven track record of building and deploying production-grade APIs and web applications

Experience implementing authentication and authorization systems

Ability to work with a high level of autonomy and responsibility

Performance engineering experience, including instrumentation, profiling, and optimization

Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines

Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and healthcare software, or other privacy-focused frontends

Knowledgeable about genetics and genetic testing platforms

Location, Compensation, and Benefits:

Location: Remote in the US or open to hybrid, 2 to 3 days onsite at our San Francisco office.

Compensation: Annual salary range of $160,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience. This role is eligible for equity.

San Francisco Bay Area pay range$160,000—$200,000 USD

Benefits:

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Health, Dental, and Vision)

401K

Professional development opportunities

Company-sponsored off-sites and team meals during in-person meetings

Direct access to company leadership and the opportunity for career growth

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

MyOme is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. MyOme provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities and as otherwise required by law. To request an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@myome.com.

Why Work at MyOme?

Join us if you:

Want to make an impact at the intersection of healthcare and technology, changing the way people engage with their health at the genetic level

Enjoy rolling up your sleeves, taking initiative, and being empowered to lead

Value humility, transparency, and collaborative problem-solving

Thrive in fast-moving, dynamic environments with smart, driven teammates

Appreciate competitive compensation, meaningful equity, and excellent benefits

Learn More: myome.com