Backend Developer

A Place for Mom, the leading online platform connecting families to senior living options, is seeking a Contract Software Engineer for a 3-6 month engagement. This remote position requires the candidate to be based in the United States or Canada.

The role focuses on backend development, working with TypeScript, Node.js, and MongoDB, while also requiring familiarity with .NET ecosystems. As a Senior-level position, the ideal candidate will bring 5-7 years of experience in full-stack or backend development.

The position involves developing and maintaining critical backend services that power their senior care recommendation platform. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, partnering with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality, maintainable code that directly impacts families and partners.

Key responsibilities include developing backend services, interfacing with .NET systems, collaborating on feature development, writing clean code, participating in code reviews, and contributing to deployment and monitoring efforts. The ideal candidate should have strong problem-solving skills and experience working in agile, remote team environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced developers who want to contribute to a mission-driven organization that makes a real difference in people's lives. The role offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a team that's passionate about improving how families find senior care through technology.

Bonus qualifications include experience with AWS or cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and previous work in healthtech or other mission-driven environments. The position starts ASAP and offers a contract duration of 3-6 months, perfect for developers looking for a meaningful short-term engagement.