Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Backend Engineering

Posted on 9/27/2025

Red Cell Partners

Red Cell Partners

51-200 employees

Incubator for tech-based healthcare and security

Compensation Overview

$175k - $225k/yr

Remote in USA

Remote

Some travel is required.

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
gRPC
Microsoft Azure
Python
TypeScript
Microservices
AWS
Go
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Proven experience building microservices and managing cloud infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript, with a strong ability to write clean, maintainable code.
  • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, and/or Microsoft Azure.
  • Demonstrated expertise in integrating third-party APIs to expand application capabilities.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering scalable and efficient solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of database design and optimization techniques.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the architecting, building, and optimizing our backend services and cloud infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and architect solutions that align with business objectives.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and growth within the team.
  • Develop and maintain GRPC and RESTful APIs and services to enable seamless integration with various applications and third-party platforms.
  • Integrate 3rd party APIs to enhance the functionality and capabilities of our applications.
  • Ensure the security and scalability of backend systems, implementing best practices for data protection and access control.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud technologies and leverage them to enhance our infrastructure and services.
  • Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to coding standards.
  • Communicate technical concepts and project updates effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm that builds technology-led companies aimed at quickly reaching scale in healthcare and national security. It supports ventures by developing tools and solutions designed to move advanced technologies from concept to market, addressing national priorities. Its approach combines technical development, mentorship, and strategic resources to turn promising ideas into deployable products. Unlike general accelerators, Red Cell focuses on mission-driven, defense-aligned projects with the goal of solving urgent public needs. The company’s objective is to bring practical, impactful innovations to market that strengthen national health and security capabilities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$494.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2020

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Raised $91M for RCIF I to fund incubations through early-stage rounds.
  • Hired Sean O'Keefe as deputy CTO from Google and Function Health.
  • Opened Incubation Fund II in August 2025 for healthcare and security scaling.

What critics are saying

  • UnitedHealth crushes Crux using Optum's $1B Rally revenue to undercut pricing.
  • AWS reclaims Sridharan, launches agentic platforms starving Trase DoN contracts.
  • Claros obsoletes Trase edge AI via General Catalyst-funded energy tools.

What makes Red Cell Partners unique

  • Red Cell incubates tech-led companies in healthcare, cyber, and national security.
  • Launched Crux in 2024 for affordable QoL medications via employer benefits.
  • Deployed Trase in 2024 for agentic AI in regulated industries like defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Parental Leave

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